20 Ways Communities Have Prepped For A Disaster

Corporations and government agencies have a reputation for being colossal and cruel. However, it turns out that they're genuinely watching out for consumers and citizens in the event of a calamity. The only flaw is that they don't do a good job of informing people about these provisions.

Each year, storms, volcanoes, landslides, and flooding wreak havoc on populations, killing dozens and displacing tens of thousands. A strategy and emergency supplies are essential, but they can only go you so far. Your entire town should be prepared, and if you don't believe it is, here's some inspiring examples of places that are very prepared.

Putting together a strategy with your neighbors in case the very worst occurs is no easy task. Most of us find it extremely difficult to rely on our own families, let alone a dozen in the apartment or neighborhood. Scroll on for some inspiring ways people and organizations have banded together to prevent and face disaster…

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A New Jersey program is teaching dental professionals to notice and report signs of child neglect and abuse. 65% of injuries from child abuse are on t

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All Tesla cars located in disaster zones will automatically have their battery capacity extended and can be supercharged for free. The free extension

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CRACKEDco COM In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, PetSmart sent out two truckloads of pet food and supplies and funded rescue efforts for pets that were

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CRACKEDCO In times of crisis, Uber and Lyft have your back. UBER lyR Uber disables surge pricing in your area during an emergency and offers free ride

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CRACE A technology company called Loon developed a balloon that can provide internet and cell phone coverage virtually anywhere. Telefonica, a Peruvia

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Arlines such as Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines, run a special program called Doctor on Board that provides medical attention for their pass

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In the US, all states are required to include animals in their disaster relief program. Prepare ahead of time by contacting your local animal control

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South Korea replaced their guardrails with rolling barriers to protect the lives of motorists during car accidents. When a car suddenly goes off-road

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Most busy streets in Japan have kobans, or police boxes, to help people who want to ask for directions, report missing items, or get help in an emerge

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In some U.S. colleges, you can get the opioid overdose antidote Narcan around campus and from resident assistants. NARCAN NASAL SPRAY MaTeD USE IN TH

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Cars in Ireland will automatically notify authorities if they get into an accident. The system will send information regarding the exact location and

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Du Dair Companies like Alpinestars and Helite make airbag vests and suits for bikers. These deploy when a cord connecting the bike and biker separates

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