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Fires, floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes ... chances are good that your neighborhood has seen at least one of these disasters in years past.
Though we cannot prevent such events from happening, we can do our best to fortify our homes to withstand much of what nature throws our way.
In this HomeTips section, you will find information on how to protect yourself and your home from disasters, and how to quickly find relief should a disaster strike.
For more about preventing, putting out, and recovering from fires, see Fire Emergencies.
