As much as we might wish otherwise, the 2025 hurricane season has arrived—and experts are forecasting one of the most active in recent years. According to Colorado State University’s latest projections, both the Atlantic and Pacific basins face an “above normal” season. And it’s not just coastal areas that should be on alert. Past... Read more »
Wisconsin Tornado Awareness Week takes place from April 8-12 and it is a crucial time to explore what makes tornadoes so powerful, their impacts, and how to stay safe when they strike. First things first, what is a tornado? A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to... Read more »
Natural disasters, ranging from hurricanes and earthquakes to wildfires and floods, have always posed a threat to human populations and infrastructure. Rising global temperatures have led to more intense heatwaves, melting glaciers, and sea-level rise, resulting in more frequent and severe storms and flooding. This has underscored the urgent need for comprehensive disaster preparedness strategies... Read more »
