Emergency managers recommend Oregonians have a two-week emergency preparedness kit at home and a 72-hour "get-home" kit in a ...

Every hour, earthquakes take place somewhere on Earth as tectonic plates gradually move. This movement causes stress to build up over time, which is eventually released in a sudden jolt. While most ...

If you haven't put together an earthquake kit for your house yet, it's time to get going. Recent quakes are good reminders to be prepared for when a larger one strikes. So what do you put in your ...

One of the most effective ways to prevent earthquake damage is through proper construction. Buildings should follow local ...

Eyewitness News visited the Emergency Operations Center at the Red Cross to find out how you can be prepared. The most important things you should put in an earthquake kit are the following: ...

Rechargeable batteries are, among other things, one of the most crucial tools that you'll want to add to your earthquake emergency kit. When the grid is down, these devices can efficiently power ...