2018.Hurricane Landfall Predictions – Caribbean and U.S
“Some United States zones and the Caribbean Islands are currently in their strongest hurricane landfall cycle in 40 to 70-years.” Most accurate hurricane prediction organization says 2018 will be another big season – has expanded predictions into the Lesser Antilles OCALA, Fla. (PRWEB)March 09, 2018 The United States – Puerto Rico – and the Northern […]
Georgia receives poor rating from IBHS for residential building code systems
By Collin Huguley Jun 4, 2018, 12:44pm Georgia homeowners might be a little less prepared for hurricanes if 2018 turns out to be a stormy year. The state of Georgia’s rating from the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety for residential building code systems slipped a point from the last rating three years ago. […]
Wall of Wind Challenge attracts next generation of engineers
Coral Park High School won first place with their impressive wind resistance model building. Students from Florida Christian School set up their model building in front of FIU’s Wall of Wind fans. Eight students from Coral Park Senior High School huddled together, a question hanging in the air: Would the model building they created withstand […]
Building to be Resilient
As hurricane season begins, an MIT expert discusses the benefits of building structures that can more easily weather a major storm. https://www.usnews.com/news/healthiest-communities/articles/2018-06-01/mits-jeremy-gregory-building-with-resilience-to-beat-hurricane-damage
Estimating the Effect of FORTIFIED Home Construction on Home Resale Value
A new study on the resale value of FORTIFIED home construction by The University of Alabama’s Center for Insurance Information and Research, ACIIR, can be found at the URL below. CEO / President of Disaster-Smart Consulting, Inc., Darius Grimes, sits on the advisory board of this organization. https://culverhouse.ua.edu/aciir/research
After Harvey, Texas Town Looks to Fortify in State With No Mandatory Building Codes
This article was written by the Wall Street Journal about IBHS and their Fortified Program. IBHS digitally secured the rights to this article and it can be accessed through their website at https://disastersafety.org/.
Prepare Your Home For Destructive Summer Storms
Disaster-Smart can help you with our suite of inspections to help you strengthen your home from both destructive summer storms and hurricanes. Contact our office today! Published Saturday, May. 12, 2018, 7:34 am Front Page » Events » Prepare your home for destructive summer storms Join AFP’s 112,000+ followers on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube Purchase […]
How to Disaster-Proof Your Home
As you read through this article, just remember, Disaster-Smart, offers home evaluations nationwide. Give us a call at 1-888-964-8776 to schedule your home evaluation today. How to Disaster-Proof Your Home Natural disasters are going to happen. Take steps to prepare—and see if you can get help with the costs. Getty Images By Kimberly Lankford, Contributing […]
IBHS Report: America’s Building Codes in Hurricane Prone Regions Show Uneven Commitment to Stronger, Safer Homes
“According to Disaster-Smart’s CEO, people often ask “Why do I need FORTIFIED? My answer is For Peace of Mind, Savings, Improved Value and Stronger Communities. A FORTIFIED Designation means your home is stronger and better able to withstand the next storm, and your family is safer and better prepared. There are also mandated insurance discounts […]
FAA says Realtors posting drone photos and videos are required to use a Licensed FAA Commercial Drone Pilot
According to Disaster-Smart’s CEO “All of our aerial photography and video is taken by DSCI inspectors who have obtained the required Commercial FAA License. DSCI is in full compliance with FAA regulations and can file flight plans to take aerial photos for commercial use even in restricted flight space.” Avoid potential liability and make sure […]
New – Become a DisasterSmart Leader
In cooperation with FEMA’ s Building Science Branch, FLASH launched DisasterSmart—Leadership for a Resilient Future. The new education initiative is for leaders seeking to advance disaster resilience by fostering an environment with strong, well-built residential homes as the foundation for community resilience. DISASTER SMART LEADERSHIP
Fairhope, 6 other local cities top US in home fortification Posted by Jane Nicholes | Dec 7, 2016 | Bay Briefs |
As the Alabama coast observes the quiet passage of another hurricane season, more homes are being built to better withstand the Next Big One. At last count, 2,635 homes in Alabama now meet the standard of “fortified,” the designation of an Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety program that establishes storm-resistant construction standards. […]
