A high wind in itself is not the danger, it is the fact that it blows debris around, shreds buildings and sends heavy objects to become heavy missiles is where the danger lies. These storm systems are usually accompanied by heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms. Before these things occur, have a plan for survival. Watch: …
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Volcanoes can throw a hot rock over 20 miles. Residue from the volcano can spread over 100 miles. If you live near a volcano, even if it is inactive, prepare to leave at a moment’s notice if the volcano is going to erupt. Just because there are a lot of rumbling and false alarms in …
If you are on a ski resort or mountainous or hilly area, you can face a potential hazard if it snows or rains. In the case of rain-induced mudslides, consult the recommendations under floods, but also keep in mind tips with a snow induced avalanche. Most of the time there will be a warning posted …
