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Insufficient Risk Mapping, Overdevelopment Cited in Texas Flood Tragedy

ENR Construction

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. It costs a tremendous amount of money for disaster recovery efforts to come out of FEMA,” said First Street’s Porter.

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Inside Out: Building Resilient Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Natural Disasters  

Civil + Structural Engineer

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.

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Building Safety Month: Strengthening Structures, Empowering Communities

Strong Tie

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.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Climate Change Impacts

CCR Magazine

Structural upgrades and maintenance can strengthen your property against climate risks. Strategies include strengthening roofing and windows to handle strong winds, improving drainage systems to prevent flooding, and using fire-resistant materials in wildfire-prone regions. This is especially valuable in drought-prone areas.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Hurricane Season: A Guide

CCR Magazine

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, pose significant financial risks to businesses, including property damage, lost inventory and prolonged closures that can threaten their survival. 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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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. impacting both coastal and inland regions. mm (1 in.)

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Ensuring the Safety of Your Commercial Building: Physical Security Measures

CCR Magazine

Access Control Systems Applying access control systems is a fundamental step in managing who enters and exits your building. Keycard and Fob Systems : These systems restrict access to authorized personnel only. Automated gates with access control systems can enhance security.