CEDAR RAPIDS — Sensing a “void of issues” facing the 2014 Iowa Legislature, an eastern Iowa lawmaker will propose a one-time $20 million appropriation to help schools and mobile home parks build ...

Both cost and the unlikelihood of a strong tornado striking the McLennan County region are the main deterrents to building safe rooms in local schools. Chris Huckabee, president of Huckabee Inc., said ...

DALLAS — As severe weather season looms, it's important to review or establish a plan to stay safe during storms. Whether you're at home, on the road or in a mobile home, knowing what to do can be the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Some areas of the United States are more disaster-prone than others. People living near coastlines need ...

School Superintendent Andy Adams always felt uneasy when storms headed toward his tiny southwest Missouri community. If one hit during school, would the 1934 building be able to keep his kids safe, or ...

Gov. Jay Nixon announced Monday he has authorized the State Emergency Management Agency to proceed with a proposal to build a tornado safe room at West Lane Elementary that would double as a gymnasium ...

ATLANTA — With the threat for severe weather or tornadoes, there are things you can do days (or hours) in advance of the storms to be ready. Do not panic - prepare! Make sure you're communicating with ...