We live in an imperfect world. Amidst the beauty of nature are hidden dangers. They come and go but they are a part of our lives. From seasonal hurricanes to tornadoes and earthquakes that take everyone by surprise, we can never tell when disasters will strike nor can we avoid them 100%. And as such, disaster preparedness is a must to ensure everyone stays safe in the face of calamities.

What’s equally important is what we do in its aftermath. Disaster recovery enables everyone to pick up from where they left before disaster struck and help the community recover and rebuild their lives. There will be losses and it is expected. From human lives to crops and properties, these losses can amount …