Texas experienced catastrophic flooding in its central region, particularly along the Guadalupe River, as torrential rains struck over the Fourth of July weekend. The flooding left communities reeling, with at least 87 lives lost and dozens still missing, marking it as one of the deadliest floods in U.S. history. The […]
“Recent Disasters Prove It—Americans Aren’t Ready for What’s Coming”
“In this episode of Man in America, Seth sits down with Tina Blanco, owner of the Satellite Phone Store, to discuss a critical issue facing Americans today: the danger of losing communication during a disaster. From wildfires to hurricanes, recent disasters have shown just how quickly traditional communication networks can […]
“Natural Disaster Medicine: Fed Failure”
The Wellness Company’s CEO Peter Gillooly dissects Federal failures of disaster response in North Carolina and Appalachia. He explains what kinds of physical challenges can loom when all the systems are down, and how to protect your family in those situations. Did the disaster non-response have a political component? Also: […]
“Dr. Kelly Victory and What to Do in a Crisis”
The Wellness Company’s Dr. Kelly Victory, with extensive experience in emergency management and healthcare provision, shares some eye-opening information about what FEMA should have done in advance of the hurricanes—and what was left undone. She details the potential consequences if systems go down for days or weeks, including the risks […]
“A Lifesaver During Natural Disasters” [Sponsored]
Natural disasters such as Hurricane Helene remind us of the unpredictable and destructive forces of nature. From the Maui Fires to unexpected hurricanes, we are witnessing catastrophic disasters take out entire towns in 24 hours with minimal warning, resulting in lack of basic resources. I get it! We are wired […]