Natural Hazards

Overview

Natural disasters come in many forms, some easier to predict than others. Although traumatic events cannot be completely prevented, proper preparation can help minimize the impact on an organization and its staff.

Keep on top of the weather or other natural hazards that could impact your business and your life. The links on this page will help you monitor an approaching storm or help you understand the natural risks in your area.

National Hurricane Survival Initiative

The National Hurricane Survival Initiative seeks to educate people living and working in hurricane-prone states about the importance of preparing for potential disasters.

United States Geological Society (USGS) 

A major goal of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is to reduce the vulnerability of the people and areas most at risk from natural hazards. Working with partners throughout all sectors of society, the USGS provides information, products, and knowledge to help build more resilient communities.

View an interesting pod-cast:

• The Fire's Out, but Danger Remains: Post-Wildfire Debris Flows 

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy.

Hurricane season is upon us. Are you prepared?

FEMA's Ready Business outlines actions business owners and managers can take to prepare for the hurricane season or any potential natural hazard. It provides practical steps and easy-to-use templates to help you protect your company's future.

NOAA Storm Tracker contains live links to advisories, tracking maps and satellite images of a particular storm that is projected to strike the United States or other nations in a storm's path. Learn What's New in Hurricane Research.

Check out Risk Control's Hurricane Protection, Preparation, Response and Recovery technical guide.