Natural Disasters

CoreLogic Estimates 32.7 Million Homes at Risk of Hurricane Damage Ahead of Another Forecasted Active Hurricane Season

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Donnerstag, Mai 30, 2024
Data Management, Residential Building & Real Estate, Technology, Construction & Property, Professional Services, Environmental Issues, Natural Disasters, Data Analytics, Software, Environment, Insurance, Pacific typhoon season, Cyclone, Risk management, Atlantic Ocean, Atlantic hurricane season, Pacific Ocean, Intelligence, CoreLogic, Risk

As the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season approaches, CoreLogic®, a leader in global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions, released its 2024 Hurricane Risk Report , to help insurers and risk managers prepare for the approaching season.

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  • As the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season approaches, CoreLogic®, a leader in global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions, released its 2024 Hurricane Risk Report , to help insurers and risk managers prepare for the approaching season.
  • It’s important to note that in the case of a hurricane, not all homes will experience a total loss.
  • The 2024 hurricane season is forecasted to be an active one, with La Niña conditions expected to return to the Pacific Ocean.
  • This, along with record high sea surface temperatures, are significant contributors to the level of activity in a hurricane season.

Flood Mitigation Industry Leader Floodproofing.com Announces Significant Expansion

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Mittwoch, Mai 29, 2024
Architecture, Insurance, Natural Disasters, Manufacturing, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Professional Services, Construction & Property, Building Systems, Environment, Urban Planning, Other Manufacturing, REIT, Little, NFIP, National Flood Insurance Program, Investment, Engineering, Acquisition, Multimedia

Floodproofing.com, an international leader in protecting communities and businesses from the devastating effects of flooding, today announced two recent acquisitions: installation-focused National Flood Protection LLC, based in Norwich, Connecticut; and flood barrier manufacturer Flood Panel, based in Jupiter, Florida.

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  • Floodproofing.com, an international leader in protecting communities and businesses from the devastating effects of flooding, today announced two recent acquisitions: installation-focused National Flood Protection LLC, based in Norwich, Connecticut; and flood barrier manufacturer Flood Panel, based in Jupiter, Florida.
  • These acquisitions solidify Floodproofing.com’s position as the go-to international resource for all things flood-related, with a turnkey approach to flood mitigation.
  • The company now manufactures and sells both wet and dry flood mitigation products, and provides consultation, design, engineering, installation, post-installation support, and even flood insurance.
  • It also provides both National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and private flood insurance options with the lowest possible premiums for home and business owners.

T-Mobile Is Ready to Respond When Connections Matter Most

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Mittwoch, Mai 29, 2024
State, Local, Satellite, Technology, Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, Carriers and Services, Public Safety, Homeland Security, Environment, 5G, Public Policy, Government, Natural Disasters, Hispanic, Telecommunications, Consumer, Mobile, Wireless, Citizens Broadband Radio Service, XL, Wildfire, T-Mobile, Recreational vehicle, Conference, Emergency, UN, Disaster, National Oceanography Centre, Southampton, Commerce, WPS, Multimedia, CSAP, TMUS

“Connectivity is a lifeline in a crisis, so we’ve increased training, added more vehicles and further built our network.

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  • “Connectivity is a lifeline in a crisis, so we’ve increased training, added more vehicles and further built our network.
  • Our priority is to ensure everyone who needs connectivity has it — from families to public safety and first responders.
  • Adding brand-new XL SatCOLTs (Satellite Cell-On-Light-Trucks) and XL SatCOWs (Satellite Cell-On-Wheels) — T-Mobile’s largest disaster response network vehicles yet — later this year.
  • When seconds matter during times of emergency or network congestion, WPS moves critical communications to the front of the line.

Chemical Insights Research Institute Partners with Duke University and the East-West Center to Examine Dust and Ash from Devastating Hawaiian Wildfires

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Montag, Mai 20, 2024
Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, Natural Disasters, Manufacturing, Other Science, University, Other Natural Resources, Environment, Research, Forest Products, Education, Natural Resources, Science, Other Manufacturing, Duke, Chromium, Inhalation, Toxicity, Soil, Lithium, Dust, Arsenic, CIRI, Fellow, Fire, Chemistry, LEAP, Atmosphere, Organic compound, Duke University, Metal, EWC, Multimedia, Water, Lead, Volatile organic compound, Environmental remediation

Chemical Insights Research Institute (CIRI) of UL Research Institutes applies cutting edge technologies to evaluate the toxicity of burn-impacted land areas affected by the August 2023 Lahaina wildfires.

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  • Chemical Insights Research Institute (CIRI) of UL Research Institutes applies cutting edge technologies to evaluate the toxicity of burn-impacted land areas affected by the August 2023 Lahaina wildfires.
  • Created with CIRI research partners from Duke University and the East-West Center (EWC) in Hawai’i, the study known as Lahaina Environmental Assessment Project (LEAP) , will collect and analyze residual dust, soil and ash samples from properties affected by the fires.
  • These residues, including fine dust, can infiltrate schools, homes and office buildings and can also be recirculated into the air.
  • Exposure may contribute to acute and chronic health concerns from inhalation of the dust or ingestion from frequent hand to mouth transfer.

Tractor Supply Foundation Donates More Than $150,000 to Support Relief Efforts in Wake of Severe Weather

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Montag, Mai 20, 2024
Specialty, Other Philanthropy, Natural Disasters, Environment, Teens, Home Goods, Retail, Landscape, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Pets, Men, Fund Raising, Agriculture, Foundation, Family, Natural Resources, Consumer, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Discount, Variety, Social Services, Construction & Property, Other Retail, Partnership, Health, Organization, Friends, STAR, Tractor Supply Company, Snack, Rain, Tornado, Weather, Pet, American Red Cross, Meal, TSCO

Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO ), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, and its foundation have taken action to provide support in the wake of deadly storms across the U.S.

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  • Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO ), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, and its foundation have taken action to provide support in the wake of deadly storms across the U.S.
  • The funding will support communities that were particularly hard-hit across Michigan, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee and Texas.
  • The Tractor Supply Company Foundation has donated $100,000 to American Red Cross Disaster Relief to assist residents in affected areas, and an additional $50,000 to the State of Texas Agriculture Relief (STAR) Fund to support Texas farmers, ranchers, producers and agribusiness owners impacted by recent severe weather.
  • “When disaster strikes, our first thoughts are always of our many friends and neighbors in these communities,” said Marti Skold-Jordan, manager of the Tractor Supply Company Foundation.

Animal Alerts powered by PetPace™ Turns Pet Health Data into Earthquake Warnings

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Montag, Mai 20, 2024
Natural Disasters, Other Communications, Environment, Communications, Public Safety, IOT (Internet of Things), Other Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Public Policy, Government, Software, Other Science, Other Retail, Research, Data Management, Consumer Electronics, Wearables, Mobile Technology, Technology, Retail, Women, Science, Veterinary, Pets, Health, Men, Artificial Intelligence, Consumer, Human, Fire blanket, Risk, Algorithm, Pacific Ocean, Pulse, AI, Animal, Earthquake, London South Bank University, Pet, Dog, Respiration, Volunteering, Multimedia, Temperature, Radio

Animal Alerts is a project to develop the first earthquake warning system powered by PetPace, the industry leader in animal health monitoring.

Key Points: 
  • Animal Alerts is a project to develop the first earthquake warning system powered by PetPace, the industry leader in animal health monitoring.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240520194540/en/
    PetPace and Animal Alerts turn pet health data into early warning of earthquakes in Peru study.
  • Designed to ensure comfort for pets, the PetPace smart collar collects vital health data through its electrode-free, non-invasive sensors.
  • For effective earthquake warning, Animal Alerts has secured media partnerships through Mediaplus Group and Reset Media for the broadcasting of alerts through geo-targeted messages on digital billboards, web, mobile, and radio.

Henry Schein Mobilizes Support for Recovery Efforts in Brazil

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Freitag, Mai 17, 2024
Professional Services, Health, Philanthropy, General Health, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Other Philanthropy, Natural Disasters, Other Professional Services, Fund Raising, Foundation, Environment, Organic, Henry Schein, Flood

In the wake of the devastation caused by the flooding in Brazil, Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is raising money for recovery and rebuilding efforts, donating much-needed health care supplies, and aiding customers who may be impacted by the crisis.

Key Points: 
  • In the wake of the devastation caused by the flooding in Brazil, Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) is raising money for recovery and rebuilding efforts, donating much-needed health care supplies, and aiding customers who may be impacted by the crisis.
  • The Company and the Henry Schein Cares Foundation (HSCF) are opening the 2024 Relief Fund to benefit those affected by the flooding.
  • At Henry Schein, our dedication to the communities we serve runs deep within our Company’s DNA, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to provide aid and resources for recovery during times of need.”
    Henry Schein has served dental practitioners in Brazil since 2014 with companies such as Dental Cremer, Simples Dental, and S.I.N.
  • Customers in Brazil who experience operational, logistical, or financial issues caused by the floods can contact their local customer service and support number for assistance.

FloodFlash Launches New Dealer Program for Widely Neglected Sector

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Donnerstag, Mai 9, 2024
Natural Disasters, Insurance, Environment, Finance, Aftermarket, Automotive, Other Automotive, Professional Services, SMS, Memory, Risk management, Parametric, Appetite, Water, Risk, Policy

FloodFlash has added a Dealer program in their efforts to support more US businesses ahead of a hurricane season that is widely anticipated to be amongst the worst in recent memory.

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  • FloodFlash has added a Dealer program in their efforts to support more US businesses ahead of a hurricane season that is widely anticipated to be amongst the worst in recent memory.
  • Stored on large, flat areas of often impermeable land, many auto dealer inventories are exposed to flooding.
  • Cars can float in just 12 inches of water and two feet of water will drag away most smaller vehicles.
  • The FloodFlash Dealer Open Lot program is designed to support risk managers with the first sensor-enabled parametric flood insurance.

Triple-I: Florida’s Property Insurance Market Improving Due to Legislative Reforms Curbing Legal System Abuse, Fraud

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Mittwoch, Mai 8, 2024
Professional Services, Public Policy, Government, State, Local, Environment, Other Policy Issues, Natural Disasters, Insurance, Insurance Information Institute, S&P Global, Atlantic hurricane season

After years of enduring rampant legal system abuse and claim fraud, Florida’s property insurance market is showing signs of improvement as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season nears, according to a new Issues Brief published today by the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I).

Key Points: 
  • After years of enduring rampant legal system abuse and claim fraud, Florida’s property insurance market is showing signs of improvement as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season nears, according to a new Issues Brief published today by the Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I).
  • Legislative reforms passed in 2022 and 2023 have created a pathway to a stable Florida market, according to Triple-I’s Issues Brief.
  • In dollar terms, 2023 saw $739 million in direct incurred legal defense expenses – a major decline from 2022’s $1.6 billion.
  • For perspective, incurred defense costs in the two largest U.S. insurance markets in 2023 were $401.6 million in California, followed by $284.7 million in Texas.

Southeastern Grocers encourages neighbors to take action during National Hurricane Preparedness Week

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Dienstag, Mai 7, 2024
Men, Retail, Family, Natural Disasters, Consumer, Philanthropy, Environment, Other Retail, Supermarket, Fund Raising, Other Consumer, Foundation, Women, Food, Beverage, Weather, Harveys Supermarkets, Red, Winn-Dixie, Cyclone, Checklist, Partnership, Water, Hygiene, American Red Cross, Atlantic hurricane season, Category, Multimedia, National Hurricane Preparedness Week, Grocery store

Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging its customers to begin preparations now during National Hurricane Preparedness Week as early predictions expect a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1.

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  • Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging its customers to begin preparations now during National Hurricane Preparedness Week as early predictions expect a record-breaking Atlantic hurricane season, which begins June 1.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240507867507/en/
    Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, is encouraging its customers to begin preparations now during National Hurricane Preparedness Week.
  • Anthony Hucker, President and CEO for Southeastern Grocers, said, “As we brace for the potential impact of a very active hurricane season, we are encouraging our neighbors to be proactive by making necessary preparations now.
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    SEG urges neighbors to take action now to prepare their families for an overactive hurricane season.