A flood preparedness checklist can help you avert the devastating impacts of floodwater on your business. This is especially important if you live in a flood-prone region like southern Texas. Although you can use flood insurance to reinstate your...
Across the United States, floods account for major property damage and lost lives each year. Texas in particular leads the nation in flood risk and fatalities each year. By having a proper emergency plan in place, your school can mitigate the risk...
Since strong hurricane winds can cause significant destruction in a construction site, hurricane preparedness is essential. When the storm hits hard, it can blow away building materials, flood the construction site, and weaken buildings under...
Hurricanes are one of the most devastating natural events in the world. From major flooding, mandatory evacuations, property damage, and even fatalities, hurricanes can quickly cause destruction wherever they land. As the peak of hurricane season...
2020’s hurricane season isn’t over until November 30. And for Houstonians, hurricanes and their fallouts are all too familiar. Staying up to date on local developments and news can save lives. Where can you go for reliable information during...
Hurricanes are an unfortunate reality for many coastal states. However, the term “hurricane” on its own isn’t sufficient to describe the storm. Hurricanes can range from particularly severe thunderstorms to truly devastating disasters. To give...
Floods are no joke. The impact they leave on the local community and environment can still be felt years after the disaster. Even minor floods can do a remarkable amount of damage. Understanding the dangerous effects of flooding is an important...
We’ve all received weather alerts before, whether via text message, radio broadcast, or TV spot. While most of these alerts present straightforward information, sometimes certain types of alerts can seem redundant. This is particularly obvious when...
History has plenty to teach us on a wide variety of topics, including weather. Severe storms and natural disasters are certainly nothing new. However, looking back at our responses to storms can help us understand how to improve and prevent a...
Water always flows downhill. Consequently, low-lying regions are far more likely to experience severe flooding than more elevated areas. While keeping floods from ever happening is completely impossible, we can and should take measures to minimize...