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CIBC announced today that it will be donating $50,000 to both the CIBC Foundation British Columbia Emergency Relief Fund and CIBC Foundation Alberta Emergency Relief Fund to provide support to those affected by the wildfires and evacuation efforts in...

Wildfires are increasing in frequency and in severity across Canada because of climate change, impacting our health, economies, communities and wildlife. As another difficult wildfire season is underway, the Governments of Canada and Manitoba will...

IEM International, Inc., a global leader in emergency management, disaster recovery, homeland security, and digital citizen services, is proud to announce the appointment of Alex Amparo to the newly created position of Vice President of Critical...

(Family Features) As you're making your emergency preparedness checklist, it's also important to protect your heart and overall health in the wake of a hurricane, tornado or other natural disaster....

With wildfires already active in parts of the country, and hurricane season just around the corner, Bell is activating its strategies to help customers stay connected during extreme weather events....

On May 11, the Forum on Disaster Prevention and Mitigation from the Grassroots Level was held in Qingdao, Shandong, co-hosted by the China Public Relations Association, China Association for Disaster Prevention, and China Society of Emergency...

In the wake of the catastrophic floods in the Rio Grande do Sul state in Brazil, the AGCO Agriculture Foundation (the "Foundation"), a private foundation with the vision to prevent and relieve hunger through sustainable agriculture development, is...

FirstEnergy Corp. subsidiary Potomac Edison is conducting tree trimming and other vegetation management work in communities across its Maryland service area as part of its ongoing efforts to help enhance electric service reliability. This year's...

Powered by a $100,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation, the Red Cross unveiled today its new and improved Emergency app for weather safety. Enhancements help remove language, location and ability barriers and improve the overall...

Last year, Canada's wildfire season was the most destructive on record. Communities across the country were devastated, with thousands of Canadians being forced to flee their homes and leave everything behind. But first responders answered the call....

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents in and around Tallahassee impacted by severe weather....

Richmond is getting strengthened flood protection infrastructure to reduce the risks from rising sea levels, increasingly severe storms, and climate change, after a combined investment of $13 million from the federal and provincial governments and...

A news report from China.org.cn on extreme weather and climate change:   Several days ago, when over 400 drones performed at a light show in Nanning, southern China's Guangxi Province, a sudden gale followed by a thunderstorm struck. Many drones lost...

The Bob Woodruff Foundation (BWF) has activated its Natural Disaster Fund, established with support from Craig Newmark Philanthropies, to provide critical aid to military veterans and military families in response to the widespread property damage,...

First Citizens Bank today announced a $25,000 donation to support community relief efforts in areas devastated by the tornadoes that recently ripped through the Midwest. The donation will assist the Omaha Community Foundation in partnering with...

As of 9 a.m., Duke Energy has restored power to more than 180,000 customers impacted by severe storms that occurred Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. The majority of customers are expected to be restored by tonight, with some customers in the...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the...

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by tornado damage in Barnsdall, Bartlesville and other areas of northeast Oklahoma....

Media Advisory & Photo Opportunity WHEN:  Friday, May 10 at 10 am WHERE:  Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 N. Gene Autry Trl, Palm...

With active fires starting earlier than usual and many signs pointing to a potentially catastrophic wildfire season ahead, TD Bank Group (TD) today announced a CAD$250,000 donation to organizations focused on wildfire and disaster relief prevention...

PermitUsNow, an industry recognized permitting firm that is transforming building permitting nationwide, has its permitting experts available to assist homeowners in the Kingwood, Texas area by answering questions and providing guidance in obtaining...

Alberta and British Columbia personal property customers to benefit from enhanced wildfire loss prevention and suppression services and peace of mind First of its kind residential service in Canada to help reduce risk and damage to homes caused by...

Climate change has increased the severity and frequency of extreme weather events across Canada. Yukon has experienced flooding every spring for three consecutive years. In 2023, several communities suffered flooding and property damage to their...

In advance of the official start of 2024 hurricane season in June, Mercury Insurance  is offering consumers tips on how to prepare for hurricane season. This guidance will help prepare and safeguard your home and coincides with National Hurricane...

Communities and governments are working together to prepare for and adapt to impacts of climate change, to help improve quality of life for Canadians in higher-risk areas, and to reduce the costs of disasters. In Canada, flooding is the most common...

May 8th is National Animal Preparedness Day and AKC Reunite wants to remind you to include your pets in your disaster preparedness plans. Storms, flooding, and wildfires across the country have been heartbreaking for owners and their pets. But it is...

The Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) annual Is America HurricaneStrong? survey tracks past and future consumer preparedness actions and levels of understanding regarding safety, home protection, building codes, and insurance. The 2024 findings...

U-Haul® is extending its disaster relief program to flood victims in and around Livingston, making 30 days of free U-Box® portable moving and storage container usage available to residents affected by the ongoing rains north of Houston....

On March 28, 2024, Lac Seul First Nation concluded a historic settlement agreement with the Government of Canada regarding the First Nation's flooding claim. For over 30 years, Lac Seul engaged in negotiations and litigation against Canada to seek...

The early outlook is in ?this hurricane season could be one for the record books. A first forecast of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicts at total of 23 storms, with 11 of those becoming hurricanes and five hurricanes could reach Category 3...

Hurricane Fiona caused significant damage across Atlantic Canada and in eastern Quebec. That is why the Government of Canada implemented, in 2022, the Hurricane Fiona Recovery Fund (HFRF), a $300 million initiative to support local communities and...

LES ÎLES?DE?LA?MADELEINE, QUEBEC, May 2, 2024 /CNW/ - Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Member of Parliament for Gaspésie?Les Îles?de?la?Madeleine and Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and...

The 2024 hurricane season is forecasted to be the most active in history, with a record-breaking 24 named storms and 11 hurricanes, 6 of which are predicted to be a Category 3 or higher.  Entering what could be the most destructive hurricane season...

5W Public Relations, one of the largest independently owned PR firms in the U.S., announces today it has been selected to partner with the Ad Council to support PR efforts on behalf of Smokey Bear's 80th birthday....

Natural Grocers®, the largest family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the U.S. is offering support to communities impacted by the recent tornado outbreak in the Midwest region, by collecting donations for the American Red Cross at all...

New S&P Global Sustainable1 ("S1") dataset measures current and future climate hazard exposures of U.S. localities and their Muni bonds through the 2090s.According to S1 data, 21% of US counties are projected to have compound material exposure to two...

U-Haul® is offering recovery assistance to victims in the Omaha and Lincoln metro areas impacted by the powerful tornadoes that ripped through suburbs of both cities on Friday, causing widespread damage....

Flash droughts (FDs), characterized by sudden and severe dry spells, are emerging as formidable challenges to global water and food security, complicating disaster preparedness efforts. With their rapid onset and lasting impact, understanding the...

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara's proposal to let insurance companies use private black-box models and AI to predict the risk of catastrophic wildfires will raise home insurance rates without transparency or accountability, Consumer Watchdog will...

As hurricane season approaches, the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) today released the fifth edition of Rating the States, which evaluates building code adoption, enforcement and contractor licensing in the 18 states along the...

The United States is one of 17 nations that scientists call megadiverse?places that harbor the majority of Earth's plant and animal species, along with high numbers of species found nowhere else....

In Florida, hurricanes pose a big threat to small businesses, and this year, hurricane season is forecasted to be "extremely active." Vortex's Supplemental Hurricane Insurance works to protect those vulnerable coastal businesses by filling the gaps...

V2X, Inc. proudly announces its selection as one of the six prime contractors for the U.S. Navy's Global Contingency Services (GCS) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) III. The contract, valued at up to $2 billion, was awarded by the Naval Facilities...

The Government of Canada recognizes that as the threat of wildfires increases due to climate change, we must increase our capacity to respond to fires, keep Canadians safe, and protect our communities. The Government of Canada has undertaken...

In response to the onset of hurricane season in Mobile, Alabama, Dolinsky Law Group is providing critical safety guidelines for navigating the roads during these potentially hazardous conditions. This initiative aligns with...

To educate communities about earthquake preparedness and tsunami risk, and empower them to be resilient, the British Columbia Earthquake Alliance (BCEA) is thrilled to announce this month's Earthquake Preparedness Tour and High Ground Hikes. Events...

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage to residents impacted by the tornadoes and flooding affecting much of southern Louisiana, including the New Orleans metro area....

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the...