Stronger Hurricanes to Put More Properties at Risk
Over 13.4 million properties not currently exposed to hurricane-force wind damage will face increased risk over the next 30years as climate change propels more intense storms, according to new research from First Street Foundation. “Compared to the historic location...
Preparing for Hurricane Ian as Storm Approaches Landfall
As Hurricane Ian approaches the western coast of Florida, forecasts warn of a potentially life-threatening storm surge, destructive winds, heavy rain, flooding and possible tornadoes. Weather experts expect Ian to make landfall between TampaBay and Cape Coral late...
OSHA Update: Working Outdoors
OSHA released a “Fact Sheet” this morning on the topic of working outdoors when lightning is nearby. For most of us and our employees, a lot of our work is done outdoors, which means thunderstorms can often affect our workday. Thunderstorms mean lightning, which means...