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 to make any last-minute preparations before your kids head back to school. Here are a few safety tips to follow as you jump back into the school season. School Zones are for Kids Follow the speed limit while traveling in a school zone. No matter which… Read more »
As of yesterday, at least 14 wildfires were spread throughout California. This year alone, wildfire conditions have been the worst on record along the West Coast, but these fires have the possibility to affect most areas of the U.S. and Canada. Within just over 10 states, $237 billion in property… Read more »
Already this summer, regions of the U.S. have received record setting rainfall causing floods to streets, commercial buildings and residential houses. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in the south of California over the weekend! Have you reflected on what you would do if a flood happened in your… Read more »
Fireworks shows are one of the best parts of a 4th of July celebration, but thousands of people are hurt each 4th of July due to firework burns. The safest thing you can do is to leave the fireworks displays to the professionals. However, if you choose to set them… Read more »
Summer is officially here June 21, which means many of you will be breaking out the swimmies, boogie boards and beach umbrellas to gear up for vacation. While you’re busy laying out the perfect attire, remember to prepare your property for vacation too. There are many key security and property… 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 »
Let’s start by asking: what is a storm surge? The National Weather Service provides the following definition: “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 deadly parts… Read more »
The last Monday of May is next week, which is when we commemorate the soldiers 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 occasion when we give appreciation for our military, but it… Read more »