ENR Construction

JULY 14, 2025

FEMA added Camp Mystic to its 100-year flood hazard maps in 2011 but subsequently removed many campground structures from the maps at the request of camp owners, according to an Associated Press investigation. Camp Mystic, where many children and counselors—including the camp’s owner—were swept away, is located within that flooding corridor.

Mapping 46

Mapping Disaster Preparedness Risk Management Insurance Management 46

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

By Holly Schaubert As the world faces increasingly frequent and intense natural disasters, ensuring the nation’s infrastructure is built to last has never been more important. Natural disasters often occur concurrently or in rapid succession, making a multi-hazard approach essential. percent, are structurally deficient.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Disaster Preparedness Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Strong Tie

MAY 19, 2023

Simpson Strong-Tie’s mission statement is “We provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.” But safe structures require a team, from the building owner, building designer, builder, building regulator, building product manufacturer, and even the building occupants.

Disaster Preparedness 98

Disaster Preparedness Building Codes Fire Protection Systems Safety Regulations 98

Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2025

Flooding is the leading cause of destruction in natural disasters across the U.S., The devastating hurricanes of the 2024 season, along with severe flooding events in the Midwest and Northeast regions, have highlighted the widespread need for improved flood preparedness. impacting both coastal and inland regions. mm (1 in.)

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JULY 9, 2024

Maintaining the safety and security of a commercial building is crucial for protecting your assets, employees, and visitors. Here’s a detailed guide on some physical ways to keep your commercial building safe. Access Control Systems Applying access control systems is a fundamental step in managing who enters and exits your building.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Disaster Preparedness Building Controls 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2024

No matter the building project, chemicals are integral components in a construction site. From sealants to paints, these materials are prerequisites to the complete and regulated construction of a building. By enforcing this dress code, you’re minimising the odds of your workers facing health problems like chemical burns and poisoning.

Health Regulations 64

Health Regulations Safety Regulations Material Storage Site Planning 64

West Shore Construction

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This bill removes many of the obstacles homeowners previously faced when attempting to install hurricane protection systems, such as shutters, motorized screens, and impact-resistant windows. Before this law, many HOAs wielded significant power over homeowners’ decisions regarding the installation of hurricane protection systems.

Insurance Management 98

Insurance Management Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Code Compliance 98