Although the chances of being struck by lightning in a given year are arguably low (roughly one in a million, according to the Centers for Disease Control), the consequences of a lightning strike are quite serious and oftentimes fatal.

To many of us, the summer months signal time off from work, longer days, holidays and plenty of outdoor activities.

In the United States, June is Summer Safety Month as well as Pet Preparedness Month. In many regions of North America, the summer months bring with them hurricanes, lightning strikes, tornadoes, wildfires and extreme heat.

The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season was the most active and the fifth costliest Atlantic hurricane season on record, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

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In February 2021, the State of Texas fell victim to unprecedented cold temperatures, snowstorms and widespread utilities outages, affecting millions of citizens throughout the state.

Seasonal flooding events can have devastating effects on individuals and communities. Created by snow melts or heavy rains, flooding can impact communities with environmental and economic hardship.

Universities throughout North America use mass notifications to protect the safety of students and staff.

February is Earthquake Awareness Month. And, with each passing year, we’ve learned more about technology’s improvements in awareness and overall survival rates in the best-and worst-case scenarios. 

It’s hard to believe we’re nearing the end of 2020, a year we will never forget. Now is the time to sharpen communication skills to keep everyone safe and informed as the winter approaches.