When a storm is forecast to impact your area, take action immediately to be ready.

There is a lot of information available days ahead of a storm, and it is important to understand what it means.

The best time to prepare is before hurricane season begins. Avoid having to rush through potentially life-saving preparations by waiting until it’s too late.

Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Impacts from wind and water can be felt hundreds of miles inland, and significant impacts can occur regardless of the storm’s strength.

UNC Chapel-Hill Protection of Minors on Campus is amplifying its efforts to raise awareness about child abuse and the responsibility of mandatory reporting.

Emergency Management and Planning has introduced a new feature in the Carolina Ready Safety App called “I’m OK!” that lets users quickly notify contacts about their whereabouts and status during a campus emergency.Emergency Management and Planning has introduced a new feature in the Carolina Ready Safety App called “I’m OK!” that lets users quickly notify contacts about their whereabouts and status during a campus emergency.

The first step in making sure that you and your family are prepared for severe weather is pledging to prepare. This includes developing a family emergency and communications plan.

Flash flooding in North Carolina usually occurs when a large amount of rain falls in an area over a short period of time.

Each year in the United States, more than 400 people are struck by lightning. Most of these tragedies can be avoided with a few simple precautions. Lightning safety is an inconvenience that can save your life.

When your area is under a tornado warning, or if you see a tornado approaching, you should seek shelter immediately!