Natural Hazards

Natural hazards can come in many forms. Most are related to the weather, such as severe storms, tornados, hurricanes, and wildfires. Some surprise us, such as an earthquake. Although we cannot always completely avoid these events, proper preparation can help minimize the impact they have on your organization.  The resources on this page provide useful information that will educate you, help you gather facts and help you prepare for these types of events.  Please call us for additional information or if you have questions.

United States Geological Society (USGS)
In the U.S. each year, natural hazards cause hundreds of deaths and cost billions of dollars in disaster aid, disruption of commerce, and destruction of homes and critical infrastructure. A major goal of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is to reduce the vulnerability of 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 the Natural Hazards – A National Threat data sheet to find out more. 

The USGS also provides a series of sections to educate you on seven natural hazards facing us today: earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, landslides, tsunamis, volcanoes and wildfires. Read Natural Hazards Gateway for more information.

 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
The primary mission of FEMA is to reduce the loss of life and property, and protect the Nation from all hazards, including natural disasters. FEMA achieves this by leading and supporting the Nation in a risk-based, comprehensive emergency management system of preparedness, protection, response, recovery and mitigation. Find out more about the different types of disasters, how to plan ahead and how to recover and rebuild after a disaster.

 National Weather Service (NWS)
The National Weather Service (NWS) website on National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides information about weather safety, various natural disasters, forecasts and safety awareness campaigns. Track the latest storm 

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention details natural disaster and severe weather information, with information on preparedness.