Every year in the United States there are over 100,000 wildfires that damage approximately 5 million acres of land. In the first nine months of 2015, over 8 million acres have already burned. This is 200% higher compared to the same months in 2014. *iii.org. As of September this year,… Read more »
This year’s National Preparedness Month theme from FEMA and Ready.gov is “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Disasters such as storms, flooding, hurricanes, and fires occur year-round throughout North America, which is why it is so important to be ready. Creating a plan and practicing it with your… Read more »
August, the time to squeeze in last-minute vacations, get excited about football season, and prepare for school to start. Here are a few safety tips to follow as you jump back into the world of school buses, class bells, and permission slips. School Zones are for Kids Follow the speed… Read more »
As of July 30, 2015, at least 14 wildfires were spread throughout the state of California. This year alone, wildfire conditions have been the worst on record along the West Coast, but these fires have the potential to affect most areas of North America. Within just 13 states, $237 billion… Read more »
Already this summer, parts of the U.S. have received record setting rainfall causing flooding to streets, commercial buildings and homes. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in Southern California this past weekend! Have you reflected on what you would do if a flood occurred in your area? Whether you’re… Read more »
Watching fireworks is one of the best parts of a July 4th celebration, but thousands of people are hurt each Independence Day due to firework burns. The safest thing you can do is to leave the pyrotechnics to the experts. However, if you choose to set them off yourself, remember… Read more »
June 21 is the official start of summer, which means most of you will be reaching for the swimmies, boogie boards and beach umbrellas to prep for vacation. While you’re busy laying out the perfect attire, don’t forget to prepare your property for vacation too. There are several important security… Read more »
Paul Davis Restoration Office Serving Fairfield and Westchester Counties Receives Top Customer Experience Award at 2015 Convention! RIDGEFIELD, Conn. (May 4, 2015) – Paul Davis Restoration of Fairfield and Westchester Counties, a leading provider of water, fire, mold and storm damage restoration for residential and commercial properties, received the top… Read more »
According to the National Weather Service, “a storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tide.” Did you know a storm surge is one of the most dangerous parts of a hurricane? In 1970, nearly 500,000 people were killed in… Read more »
The final Monday of May is days away, which is when we pay tribute to the men and women who served in the United States armed forces and gave their lives for this great nation. On the one hand, Memorial Day is a commemorative holiday when we give appreciation for… Read more »