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Beware of Identity Thieves and Scam Artists after a Disaster

As government agencies and charitable groups continue to provide disaster assistance, con artists, identity thieves and other criminals may attempt to prey on vulnerable survivors. The most common po... Read More
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Tornadoes 101 (Tornado Basics, Video and Safety Info)

Most of us have seen a tornado on the news and the Internet, but a vast majority of people have never personally witnessed the power and destruction of a twister. The U.S. averages about 1,200 tornad... Read More
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How to prepare for and respond to an explosive device or bombing incident

Besides being vigilant and having good situational awareness, there are some things people can do to prepare for and respond to an explosive device or incident. Read More
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If you receive a bomb threat or suspicious package...

According to USPS, the likelihood of you ever receiving a bomb in the mail is remote, but are some unique signs or characteristics from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service that may help identify a &quo... Read More
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