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What's the Hurricane Forecast for 2017?To keep an eye on the hurricane forecasts to best prepare, here’s what to watch for in 2017.
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Flooding Risks to Your BusinessThe impact of a flood doesn't have to mean the end for your business ─ but you've got to fully understand what's at stake and be well-prepared in advance.
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Infographic: Is your Home Ready For Spring THaw?With the arrival of spring, it is important to be aware of the risks spring thaw can bring.
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Avoid Basement Flooding During Spring THawAs weather patterns shift toward spring, homeowners must be wary of one of the greatest risks involved in the season: flooding from the thaw of winter snow and ice.
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LESSONS LEARNED FROM THE WORST WINTERTIME FLOODSIce and snow melt combining with new precipitation can lead to dangerous wintertime flooding.
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The Dangers Of Snowmelt And FloodingThroughout this winter season and into spring, snowmelt will present significant flood danger to countless homes and businesses across the country.
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Keep Children Safe In the Event Of A FloodChildren - especially when very young - tend to be the most at risk of succumbing to the inherent dangers of floods.
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ARE YOUR FAMILY AND HOME PREPARED FOR A DISASTER?From reviewing action plans for common threats - including floods and fires - to properly stocking your home with supplies, there is plenty to do to maximize your protection against loss and danger.
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HOW TO RECOVER FROM A FLOODFrom cleanup to rebuild, let's take a look at some of the ways you can recover following a flood that damages your home.
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How to prepare when a hurricane roars ashoreHave you considered how you would prepare if your home lies in a storm's path? Here are a few steps to follow that can help you, your loved ones and your home brace for impact.
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What To Do Before, During And After A HUrricaneHere are some things to keep in mind before, during, and after a storm to help keep you safe and minimize your losses.
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10 WAYS TO PREPARE YOUR BUSINESS FOR A HURRICANEThere are plenty of ways you can take proactive measures that will help you prepare your business for a hurricane.
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WHAT TO DO BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER A FLOODFlooding is much more than just an inconvenience. It threatens the very livelihood of families' homes, belongings as well as those of business operations. In fact, among companies, approximately 25% of them that suspend operations due to flood-related damage never re-open their doors, according to estimates from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
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5 Flood Insurance MythsUnfortunately, many misperceptions abound when it comes to flood insurance that can leave a homeowner at risk of substantial loss.
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WHAT BUSINESS OWNERS CAN DO TO ASSESS THEIR RISK FOR FLOODINGThere's one determination that every business owner - regardless of their industry - needs to assess each year: how much to purchase, based on the potential that one occurs.
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Flash Flooding: Safe Driving TipsFlash flooding is among the most dangerous roadway hazards a driver can face. However, with the right knowledge, you can keep your car, your family and yourself safe.
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HOW DO HURRICANES DEVELOP?To get a full appreciation of hurricanes' destruction, you have to go back to what they are and how they develop. Hurricanes start out as tropical storms that take shape over the ocean warmed by the sun. Winds and condensation gather and form a circular pattern of clouds, the kind that you'll see on meteorologists maps from storm track technology.
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LIVE INLAND? YOU'RE STILL AT RISK FOR FLOODINGThe topography of the Earth is such that you don't necessarily have to live near a body of water to be in a high-risk flood zone. In these areas, there's a 1 in 4 chance that residents will be affected by flooding over a period of 30 years, according to FEMA statistics. And in the last five years, all 50 states have seen some degree of flooding.
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4 WAYS TO REDUCE FLOOD DAMAGEWhile nothing can completely prevent floods from occurring, there are steps you can take to mitigate its damaging effects. Here are a few strategies to implement should 2016 produce one in your area.
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