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How Towing Services Help More Than Just Broken Down Cars

UK Construction Blog

This piece explores towing services’ role in keeping communities safe through crisis management and recovery operations. These services are a vital part of preserving vehicle value, making roads safer, and supporting traffic management systems. Quick response times are key to Brisbane’s traffic management system.

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Insufficient Risk Mapping, Overdevelopment Cited in Texas Flood Tragedy

ENR Construction

The Texas Tribune reported in June that more than 100 of the 254 counties in the state lack an emergency mitigation plan for natural disasters at all. It will take an act of Congress to allow the agency to change the way it puts together its flood-risk maps, Porter said. AP Photo/Joshua A.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Climate Change Impacts

CCR Magazine

Climate change is impacting businesses worldwide, with commercial properties facing risks from extreme weather and rising sea levels. Assessing Climate Risks to Your Property The first step in preparing for climate change is identifying the specific risks your property may encounter.

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Hurricanes and flooding: Advancing building strategies for resilience

Construction Specifier

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. Several factors contribute to the growing flood risk.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Hurricane Season: A Guide

CCR Magazine

For commercial property owners, this time of year prompts a critical reassessment of their buildings’ readiness to withstand the unpredictable forces of nature. Studies have found that a quarter of small businesses do not recover after closing due to these events, highlighting the crucial importance of preparedness.

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NIBS – Building Innovation 2012 – January 7th-11th, 2012, Washington, D.C.

Building Information Management

14 Reasons to Register: Building Innovation 2013 . NIBS Building Innovation 2013 Visit Booth #5 – 4Clicks Introduces CEASAL. 1: Building Innovation 2013 is delivered by the National Institute of Building Sciences – an authoritative source of innovative solutions for the built environment.

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COVID-19 Where Do I Get Help?

DRB Development Solutions

Topics include: Contract Relief Disaster Loan Program Information Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program Access to Capital Each of these topics are articles from others. SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance for a small business. Partial Claims, effective March 16, 2020.