Disaster preparedness in the US (by あ) — Semble

Every day is now fire season. Let's get you ready for the next wildfire burning near you

We all need to be concerned — and prepared.

California fire evacuations: How to prepare, what to pack and what to do if you're trapped

If you’ve been told to evacuate, officials advise you do so immediately — don’t wait.

No Abandonment, No Bunkers: Preparing for Disaster Together

“Preparedness isn’t just about having stuff,” says Kelly Hayes.

Open Climate Risk – CarbonPlan

Explore fire risk across the contiguous U.S.

Triangle Fire Victims Data - published

Disaster Prevention Portal

Disaster Prevention Portal Site for Individuals to Practice “Disaster Management and Mitigation to Protect Lives and Livelihoods

Community groups' 'vital' disaster recovery work undervalued, report finds

A new Western Sydney University report finds grassroots organisations are often the first and last responders, but often face burnout.

Cheat sheet: A quick roundup of SoCal fire coverage and safety resources

The basics on active fires and your one-stop shop for resources.

Disaster preparedness in Japan: Apps, websites, etc. - aiueo

For English speakers living or traveling in Japan (and other languages, to a more limited extent)

How to safely evacuate a wildfire

Evacuating a wildfire area can be scary, but experts say people can significantly improve their own safety with a little preparation and situational awareness.

Local Officials Don’t Always Send IPAWS Emergency Alerts Before Disasters — ProPublica

ProPublica has identified at least 15 major disasters since 2016 in which officials in the most-harmed communities failed to use a federal system to send emergency alerts to residents — or waited until it was too late.