Natural disasters such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods and wildfires can have devastating effects. Having a solid emergency plan and well-stocked supplies can make a significant difference during times of crisis.

Allstate and State Farm both announced in the last week that they would be halting insurance policies citing inflation and natural disasters in the state.

A massive volcanic eruption is spewing out ash for a second day on Russia’s far eastern Kamchatka Peninsula, throwing clouds of dust high into the sky and blanketing wide areas.