By now, we've all seen the videos and pictures, and we've all heard the stories and the personal accounts of how people were affected. Needless to say, April 27th, 2011, was without a doubt one of the largest disasters in Alabama history. Statistically speaking, outbreaks of that magnitude only happen every 30 or 40 years, which makes April 27th an anomoly. However, Alabama is always staring down the barrel of the gun when it comes to natural disasters. Between severe weather season and tropical weather season, it seems we are always in the crosshairs. Now is the time to prepare yourself and your family for the next disaster. Have an Emergency Kit ready and a Disaster Plan in place, and be informed so you don't get caught off-guard. The following is the final part a 3-part series to help you do just that.
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