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As we've learned from the increasing occurrence and severity of extreme weather activity in recent years, disaster can strike at any time, and in unlikely places. While you may feel insusceptible to falling victim to a natural disaster, it's critical to be prepared if and when you find yourself in Mother Nature's most dangerous paths.

In the event of flash flooding, wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes or any other event that warrants evacuation orders, there are a few critical items to ensure you bring with you.