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 »
This month is the time to cross off any final items necessary before school begins. Here are a few safety tips to remember as you jump back into the school season. School Zones are for Kids Look for school zones and go the speed limit. Stop for school buses on… Read more »
As of July 30 of this year, at least 14 wildfires were scattered 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,… Read more »
Already this summer, regions of the U.S. have received record setting rainfall causing flooding to streets, commercial properties and residential houses. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in Southern California this past weekend! Have you thought about what you would do if flooding happened in your area? Whether you’re… Read more »
Watching fireworks is one of the best parts of a 4th of July celebration, but thousands of people are injured each July 4th due to firework burns. The best thing you can do is to leave the fireworks displays to the professionals. However, if you choose to set them off… Read more »
June 21 is the official start of summer, which means most of you will be breaking out the swimmies, surf boards and beach umbrellas to prepare for vacation. While you’re busy laying out the perfect attire, remember to prepare your property for vacation too. There are several important security and… 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 »
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 1970, nearly half a million people were killed… Read more »
The last Monday of May is days away, which is when we pay tribute to 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 holiday when we give appreciation for our military,… Read more »