Everything from damaging winds, torrential rain and massive storm surges to widespread power outages, can be triggered by a ...

Tick season is here. Not only are there more ticks, but also a greater variety of species than ever in the tri-state area, with many carrying Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases.They are ...

Tornadoes are some of nature's most violent storms. They can be abrupt, destructive and deadly. Most tornadoes in North Carolina happen during the daylight hours, but they can happen at any time. When ...

The dangers of flooding doesn't end after the rain stops. Floodwater, which comes in contact with sewage and animal feces, can carry diseases like hepatitis and E. coli. “Treat it as if it was like ...

To reduce ticks in your yard, clear leaf litter, keep grass short and create barriers near wooded areas. Use EPA-registered ...

Most people who live alone know how essential it is to take extra measures to keep themselves safe (especially women). Living alone can be a fulfilling experience, but it also comes with its own ...