Tag: natural disasters

We all hope that natural disasters won’t strike our communities, but with climate change increasing the frequency of floods, wildfires, and other weather-related emergencies, it’s essential to be prepared for the unexpected. When a disaster hits, most people’s main concern is getting themselves and their family to safety. But once the threat of harm has passed, having critical financial, medical, and household contact information on hand is essential during the recovery process. Unfortunately, for many people it takes a disaster to remind them of the importance of having copies of vital documents safely stored somewhere other than in their homes. A study commissioned by The UPS Store franchise network revealed that 58 percent of those surveyed said natural disasters have made them more aware of this need, yet only 21 percent of respondents have started preparing for an emergency......