This week, we look at what happened to New Orleans’ electrical grid in Ida’s wake, and we learn how a major solar eruption could knock out the internet.
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What It’ll Take to Get Power Back in New Orleans After Ida


It could take weeks to get the lights on in parts of Louisiana, but the playbook on how to do it is clear.
How to Prepare for a Disaster, Emotionally and Mentally

To start, forgive yourself and help each other.
How to Practice Emergency Preparedness as Self-Care

It’s not just about buying a lot of stuff from a list. The key to being ready is all about framing your planning with gratitude, rest, and community.
7 Emergency Preparedness Apps to Keep on Your Phone

Don’t wait till the storm is coming or the earthquake starts to grab these from the app store.