Wear protective gear (N95 masks, gloves, and boots) when entering fire-damaged areas. Avoid direct contact with ash, soot, or contaminated water. Disasters can be overwhelming. Reach out to local ...
Stashing cash in a high-yield savings account is the smart thing to do with your emergency fund. You want that cash “liquid” (i.e., not tied up in investments) so you have it right when you need it.
If one of your new year's resolutions is getting more involved in your community, then next weekend's Make A Difference for Pleasanton Festival might be the event for you.