It’s scary to think about natural disasters, but the fact of the matter is, they happen. Hundreds of thousands of people were evacuated due to wildfires in southern California last fall, tens of thousands of people had to deal with flooding in the Midwest in June, and six to nine hurricanes are forecast for 2008. Those who follow the old Boy Scout motto “Be Prepared” will do much better in a disaster than the people who bury their heads in the sand and hope for the best. 

Taking action now could make all the difference in the world for you and your loved ones if the worst happens. Get Six Simple Steps to Disaster Preparedness here.

Step 1: Have a Family Plan

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