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 is the time of year to squeeze in last-minute vacations, get hyped for football season, and prepare for school to start. Here are some safety tips to remember as you dive back into the school season. School Zones are for Kids Follow the speed limit while in a school… Read more »
As of July 30 of this year, at least 14 wildfires were scattered throughout the state of California. In 2015 alone, fire conditions have been the worst on record along the West Coast, but wildfires have the possibility to affect most areas of North America. Within just 13 states, $237… Read more »
Already this summer, areas of the United States have received record setting rainfall causing floods to streets, commercial buildings and homes. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in Southern California over the weekend! Have you thought about what you would do if flooding occurred in your region? Whether you’re… Read more »
Fireworks shows are one of the best parts of an Independence Day celebration, but thousands of people are injured each July 4th due to firework burns. The safest thing you can do is to leave the pyrotechnics to the professionals. However, if you choose to set them off yourself, remember… Read more »
June 21 is the official start of summer, which means many of you will be packing up the swimmies, surf boards and beach umbrellas to prep for vacation. While you’re busy packing, don’t forget to prepare your home for vacation too. There are several key security and property measures to… 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 »
First of all, what is a storm surge? The National Weather Service states “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… Read more »
The last Monday of May is days away, which is when we honor the troops who served in the United States armed forces and gave their lives for our freedom. On the one hand, Memorial Day is a commemorative holiday when we give appreciation for our military, but it is… Read more »