Imagine standing on a Florida beach, under a deceptively calm sky, only to find the oceasuddenly encroaching much further inland than usual. This is storm surge, a formidable force that silently transforms serene coastlines into dangerous flood zones during hurricanes. As you contemplate its power, you might wonder why this…
Water damage in a property is a cause for concern, not only because of the immediate harm it inflicts but also due to the longer-term problems it can create. One significant issue arising from hidden water damage is mold growth, a dangerous threat to both property and human health. Understanding…
Flash Flooding Disasters Can Ruin a Home Foundation If Not Properly Mitigated Did you know that the most common natural disaster in the US is flooding? That’s right, flash floods can occur in any of the 50 states. Additionally, the most expensive household water damage is caused by floods. When…
All the highways in North and South Carolina and Virginia are congested after the mandatory evacuation order is issued. Millions of residents in the 3 states are trying to get out as soon as possible before the hurricane arrive. According to the forecast, Washington may get rain for up to…
Many of the rivers in Maryland are already slightly flooded due to the regular raining weathers. It is a sign that Florence could potentially causes a bigger flood to the river if it hits Maryland. The forecast by National Hurricane Center warns that there will be a heavy rainfall that…
As Hurricane Matthew strengthens and heads out of Bahamas to the US east coast, 2 million people who reside in Florida, Carolina and Georgia are bracing themselves for the category 4 storm. Even though the eye of the storm is expected to hit Florida directly, other US states in the…
Florida has been hit by the hurricane weather successively for a 10 years record starting from 2005. The hurricane season in Florida typically last from the 1st of June to 30th November with August being the most active months. There have been 37 hurricanes that hit Florida up to date…
It is looking like Hurricane Joaquin will indeed target the East Coast of the United States. Six out of eight forecast models show Hurricane Joaquin making landfall along the East Coast. The winds of this storm is not the major issue or fear as far as potential damage goes, rather…
Heavy rain, and even snow, will overtake the West Coast as we head into the weekend and the beginning of next week. This system, which is known as an Atmospheric River, has the potential to trigger landslides, mudslides, flash flooding, debris flows, and even travel delays and cancellations. This atmospheric…
Making sure that your home is properly winterized for the cold weather can save you a lot of money. Not preparing your home for the winter can leave you with water damage, burst pipes, and even costly roof repairs due to ice damming. Here are eleven tips that can help…
