When it comes to personal safety, no one ever wants to imagine that the worst could ever happen to themselves or their loved ones. But whether you live in an area that is prone to natural disasters or ...

Natural disasters have added an extra layer of mayhem in a year that the country is already reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic. From devastating wildfires in the West, to deadly hurricanes in Texas ...

Look for a durable, lightweight, water-resistant backpack with padded straps and multiple compartments. Leave your roller suitcase in the closet, since it will pose problems if roads are blocked or ...

Across California, hot, dry and windy weather conditions make residents brace for wildfires. And if you live in an affected area, you could even be ordered to evacuate your home immediately to escape ...

When Strategist deputy editor Maxine Builder tested the best premade emergency-preparedness kits, she found this one from Unchartered Supply Co. to be “the most comfortable” and the most like her ...

For decades I’ve espoused the idea of having an emergency bag either with you or within easy access “just in case.” For a long time I used the Camelbak Transformer hydration pack as my basic platform ...

In today’s world, unpredictability has become the norm, whether due to natural disasters, sudden accidents, or even everyday injuries. Having immediate access to medical supplies can be the difference ...

As LA faces the ongoing threat of multiple fires, veterinarians and animal welfare organizations are urging pet owners to prepare for evacuations by assembling emergency “go bags” for their furry ...

Signaling devices, electronic and otherwise, prove critical to summon assistance in an emergency. And it is a good idea to keep them all together in a ditch bag you can grab quickly. ACR makes the ...