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Natural Disasters are becoming more frequent and larger in scale. Today every part of the world worries about some type of natural disaster damaging their communities and homes, and for some, the natural disasters strike with little or no warning signs, like an earthquake or wildfire. Experts track and monitor hurricanes grow and move across…

Protecting your home from electrical damage during a lightning storm is important in preventing damages to electrical systems, appliances, and electrical devices. This type of preparation can ultimately save you money by helping to mitigate the risk of damages associated with electrical storms. Taking preventative measures to prepare and protect your home from potential damage…

Summer thunderstorms are a quintessential part of the season. Preparation for high winds and rains involves ongoing planning and preparation around the house. Depending on where you reside, summer storm preparation may mean planning for tornadoes, hurricanes, or seasonal flooding. Understanding the regional risks associated with severe summer weather is the first and most important…

Comprehensive disaster preparation is one of the best ways to ensure that you and your family are prepared for an emergency disaster situation. In the Chicago area, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management offers lists of resources on emergency alerts, assistance, and individual and family preparedness. If you are concerned about disaster preparation and want…

As spring is in full force, it may seem too early to start thinking about the heat and humidity of summer, but within a month and a half the heat could become sweltering. Starting to think about dealing with the heat of summer is a good idea as the weather gradually becomes warmer and warmer….

Emergency situations demand immediate responses. For businesses this fast response can be the difference between sustained operations and revenue recovery and a substantial drop in business and hindered operations. Because of this, the Skyline Emergency Priority Program is extremely beneficial. This program works to ensure that businesses make a fast recovery following a disaster by…

Planning for a disaster requires understanding the local emergency resources that are available. Additionally, thorough preparation involves risk assessment and ongoing review of best responses for emergency situations. Overall, reviewing tips on creating an emergency kit, securing your home, and reviewing emergency shelter and local community recovery resources are necessary for a more comprehensive disaster…

Large urban areas are often susceptible to problems like mold on a large scale. Mold grows in damp, dark, often humid conditions and large cities have plentiful spaces with these ideal conditions for mold growth. While mold is a problem that can be managed and mitigated with the proper care, in old buildings and neglected…

The Midwest has been pummeled by harsh arctic weather all winter. Now that March is beginning to come to a close and the first day of spring has officially arrived, Chicago and other parts of the midwest are still shivering. Another cold front has passed over the city this week and strong winds are continuing…

With the recent continuation of brutal winter weather across much of the U.S and Canada, it’s worth looking at how natural disasters have a global impact–far reaching and beyond the regional scope of a certain area. Most of the time, severe weather that provokes disaster conditions is contained and dealt with regionally without causing too…