Disaster Preparedness
Most disasters are very uncommon, but being prepared can make you feel safer and more confident in case an emergency ever does strike. wikiHow's Disaster Preparedness articles can help you handle emergency situations. Read our advice to learn how to be safe during a landslide, handle a blizzard, escape from a fire, survive a public shooting, stay safe during a riot, and more.
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How to
Survive an EMP
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How to
Prevent a Landslide
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How to
Build a Safe Room
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How to
Use a Generator
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How to
Survive a Riot
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How to
Survive a Flood
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How to
Survive Alone
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How to
Clean Up Water Damage
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Survive
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How to
Prepare for a Flood
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