Dear Heloise: Hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, earthquakes and man-made disasters are frightening, and they may also cause chaos and put at risk your personal security. Taking a few minutes today to create an action plan might help you avoid identity theft-related situations.

READY TO EVACUATE:

Keep copies of birth certificates, driver’s licenses, Social Security cards, death certificates, insurance papers and any other vital papers for each family member in a locked box. Place the box in your car only when you are ready to leave. Unfortunately, thieves sometimes loot ca...

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