Open for Business®
At least one-fourth of all businesses that close because of a disaster never reopen. Small businesses are especially vulnerable because very few have the resources or knowledge to assess disaster risks and develop comprehensive mitigation and...
Hurricane Preparedness 101
Shutters should be a planned element of any vulnerable home. Permanent fasteners should be installed long before storm warnings, so panels can be put in place quickly and time can be spent focusing on the needs of your family and pets. Why do I need...
Top Five Ways to Protect Homes from Hurricanes
The Institute for Business and Home Safety has outlined five ways to better protect homes from damaging wind and rain this hurricane season.
Fortified…for safer living
Learn how FORTIFIED construction standards and methods can make your property stronger and more resilient to natural disasters.
Evacuation Plans
When community evacuations become necessary, local officials provide information to the public through the media. In some circumstances, other warning methods such as sirens or telephone calls are also used. Additionally, there may be circumstances...