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Living in Washington means staying mindful about safety and security. Whether you are protecting your home, your office, or ...

It can be daunting to consider all the things you have to do to make your home natural disaster-proof. Here's how to start and where to look for help.

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Most plants provide the literal fuel to a fire, and they will quickly go up in flames—right next to your house. “Embers and ...

The Narwhal reports on Russell Myers Ross's effort to build fire-resistant homes in the Tsilhqot’in Nation, enhancing ...

Last September, Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida, becoming the deadliest hurricane to hit the mainland U.S. since Katrina in 2005. As heavy rains swept through the Appalachian Mountains, ...