The Federal Trade Commission has free information to help people prepare for, deal with, and recover from extreme weather events like hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural disasters. The mobile-friendly website, ftc.gov/weatheremergencies, has four sections: The site also provides Picking Up the Pieces after a Disaster, a customizable one-page handout, which includes key tips for consumers […]
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FTC Warns Consumers About Charity Scams In the Wake of Hurricane Florence
As Hurricane Michael barrels toward Florida’s Gulf Coast, scammers continue to con people who want to help those affected by past hurricanes. Case in point: The Federal Trade Commission and its state and local partners are getting reports about sham charities following Hurricane Florence’s devastating impact on North and South Carolina. To make sure your […]
FTC Tips: Hurricane Season
The 2018 hurricane season has arrived. The Federal Trade Commission has information to help you prepare for, deal with, and recover from the long-term impacts of a hurricane, as well as information on giving wisely to help those in need. Preparing for a Storm Organize your finances. Keep your financial documents up to date, accessible, […]
FTC Advice for Hurricane Victims and People Who Want to Help
The Federal Trade Commission has information for people affected by Hurricanes Irma and Harvey, and for those who want to contribute to relief efforts. If you’d like to donate money to a charity, the FTC blog post, Make your hurricane donations count, describes how to make sure your dollars go to the causes you support. […]
FTC Advice: Preparing for Hurricane Irma
As Hurricane Irma bears down on Florida and possibly other states, the Federal Trade Commission has information to help you prepare for, deal with, and recover from the long-term impacts of a weather emergency, including these basics: For more tips and information, visit: Be alert to charity scams. Urgent appeals for donations may not be […]
FTC Advice for Helping Hurricane Harvey Victims
The Federal Trade Commission has information for people who want to help Hurricane Harvey victims, and for those who are dealing with and recovering from, its long-term effects. In addition to the important tips and advice below, they can find more at www.FTC.gov/weatheremergencies. Wise giving after the storm If you’re looking for a way to […]
FTC Warns Consumers: Beware of Typhoon Haiyan Charity Scams
In the wake of the devastating typhoon that struck the Philippines, the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, reminds consumers that scams often follow disasters. If you’re asked to make a charitable donation to help people in disaster-affected areas, before you give, be sure your donations are going to a reputable organization that […]
FTC Warns Consumers: Charity Scams Often Follow Disasters
In the wake of the devastating Tornado that hit suburban Oklahoma City on Monday, the Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, reminds consumers that scams often follow disasters. If you’re asked to make a charitable donation to help people in disaster-affected areas, before you give, be sure your donations are going to a […]