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Last updated 5/26/2026

How to ask for help to get to a safe space

If needed, how to ask for or offer help evacuating

The picture, courtesy of the Insurance Information Institute, depicts a home with the first floor flooded.

Unfortunately, the homeowner did not have flood insurance. Because homeowners' and renters' insurance does not typically cover flood damage (and their policy did not cover flooding), he is now caught between a rock and a hard place.

Updated 5/26/2026

Can you afford to pay out of pocket to fix damages or replace your home if it floods?

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How to get to your safe space ahead of time

When residents say, "I feel safe, I'll be fine," they're not lying. They genuinely believe it. That belief is exactly what gets them in trouble. Dr. Laura Myers, Sr. Research Scientist and Director of Resilience at the Center for Risk and Insurance Research at The University of Alabama, will break down the psychological, economic, and communication barriers that keep people from taking action before a storm and offer a practical framework for designing messages that motivate people to act. You'll come away understanding why fear-based warnings often backfire, how the two-day attention window reshapes your communication timeline, and why reach must be engineered rather than assumed. From reframing "safety" as a plan rather than a place to building consistent messaging across the weather enterprise to ensuring equitable access for language and disability communities — this session connects behavioral research directly to operational decisions. At the end of the webinar, you'll receive a prompt to help you craft messages based on behavioral science and Nextdoor Best Practices, along with an invitation to join "The Behavioral Comms Lab" community of practice here on the Resource Hub.&nbsp; Ideal for:&nbsp;Public Information Officers, Emergency Managers, NWS Warning Coordination Meteorologists, VOAD partners, and anyone responsible for public protective action communication before and during hurricane events.

Feeling Safe Isn't Good Enough: The Psychology and Practice of Hurricane Preparedness

The wait is over: Social Media Archiving by CivicPlus now integrates with Nextdoor, streamlining records compliance. There will be no changes in pricing with this update. If you’re a Social Media Archiving customer, connect it to your Nextdoor account to start archiving.Join me for a live presentation covering everything your agency needs to know about this integration. Join us on Thursday, October 31, at 1 p.m. CT to explore the features and benefits of this highly-anticipated update.

Webinar: Civic Plus Social Media Archiving for Nextdoor 10/31 at 2 p.m. ET

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has been utilizing Nextdoor since May 2023 to disseminate hundreds of statewide preparedness messages and over a hundred county-specific alerts, helping neighbors respond and recover efficiently. During blue and grey skies, FL DEM has set a benchmark for how emergency management agencies can leverage Nextdoor for Public Agencies.&nbsp;We invite you to an interactive webinar featuring&nbsp;Stephanie Hartman, the Press Secretary for FDEM. Stephanie and her team have effectively harnessed Nextdoor's potential to plan, prepare, and measure success in their communication strategies. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from their experiences and implement these best practices within your agency.What You'll Gain:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Expert Insights: Direct knowledge on managing and utilizing Nextdoor from one of the leading voices in emergency management communication.</li><li data-list="bullet">Strategic Planning: Tips on creating and scheduling content that keeps your community informed and prepared.</li><li data-list="bullet">Performance Measurement: Effective methods for tracking and evaluating the success of your communication efforts.</li></ol>With the&nbsp;2024 hurricane forecast predicting 4 to 7 major hurricanes&nbsp;and the increasing frequency and severity of various disasters, this webinar is essential for ensuring your agency maximizes its Nextdoor usage to keep communities safe and informed.Reserve your spot today&nbsp;and prepare your agency to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Essential Webinar: Mastering Crisis Communications & Disaster Preparedness on Nextdoor

Everything you need to maximize engagement and drive real-world impact in your community with Nextdoor. To contact Nextdoor Support, visit Help Center: https://help.nextdoor.com

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