Posted by Deborah Brcka on May 14, 2012
When preparing for disasters, most people make plans for their homes and their loved ones. But for many people, pets are also full-fledged family members, and it’s important to have a plan for them as well in the event of a catastrophe.
There are plenty of easy steps to take to ensure your pet has the best chance of making it through disaster safe and sound. Jenn Fadal has some excellent tips on the subject, from food preparation to reuniting with your pet in case it gets separated from the family.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on May 7, 2012
Spring is finally upon us, and that means it’s time to wash away all the dirt devils and dust bunnies that have made a home in your house through the winter.
As you clean up, it’s important to remember a few safety tips to avoid other hazards that may have gone overlooked through the colder months. Today’s video provides helpful tips and reminders to get you ready for the rest of 2012.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on April 30, 2012
13 powerful earthquakes have already shaken cities around the globe this month, reiterating the importance of the ongoing work being done to build structures that can withstand earthquakes and keep citizens in high-risk areas safer than in years past.
Last week, researchers and engineers tested a new technology in San Diego called base isolators. The test was conducted on a simulated building sitting on giant hydraulics that imitated the effects and motions of an earthquake. The building contained features like elevators and operating rooms to see how they fared with the technology in place. Similar seismic safety precautions are being put in place on the Bay Bridge in San Francisco, the goal being to keep the structures functional after a potential quake hits. Essentially, base isolators allow structures to sway with a quake to avoid catastrophic damage.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on April 23, 2012
Tornadoes have dealt devastating blows to many areas of the country this year, but the twisters tend to outshine another risk that often comes with heavy storms—hail.
This video from StormChasingVideo.com shows just how large and dangerous hail can get in severe weather (hail footage starts around 0:55). Hail can lead to heavy damage on windows, homes and cars. These storm chasers even end up with a cracked windshield.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on April 16, 2012
As 2012 rolls on, tornados have already hit hard in many parts of the country. With the large paths of destruction they leave behind, twisters seem to captivate the country with both dread and fascination.
In today’s video, The Weather Channel’s Jen Carfagno sheds a bit of light on the science at play in these deadly storms, and what makes them so dangerous.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on April 9, 2012
Last week’s tornados in the Dallas/Fort Worth area caused a lot of destruction as they ripped through Texas. The tornados were unusually strong in such large metropolitan areas, and many residents captured amazing footage of the frightening twisters in action.
ABC World News gathered some of the astonishing videos together and spoke with Lancaster, Texas mayor Marcus Knight. Lancaster, just south of Dallas, was hit especially hard by the storms.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on April 2, 2012
The weather is warming up and summer is drawing closer, bringing cookouts and other sunny get-togethers back as well. Homeowners with patio decks are prepping for hosting duties, and this means cleaning and restoring decks after the battering they take during the winter months.
Some decks are worse off than others, of course, and no one wants children or guests stepping on protruding nails or tripping on warped pieces of wood. But fear not—sometimes even decks that look beyond repair can be brought back to life with a bit of elbow grease.
Home improvement expert Ron Hazelton has some tips on how to clean up a downtrodden deck and get it back to working condition.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on March 26, 2012
Spring has arrived, and chances are the winter has left your home with plenty of cleaning to do.
But one thing most people don’t think about is what happens to the air quality in your home once you start all the vacuuming, dusting, and spraying. Chemical fumes and mold spores abound in the home, and cleaning often stirs these hazards up, diminishing the air quality in your home. Symptoms often associated with allergies may be as much to do with the air in your home as the air outside.
Dr. Bahrainwala and Dr. Morbach have some tips on how to clean effectively and precautions to take to make sure spring cleaning doesn’t lead to spring sneezing.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on March 19, 2012
As spring approaches, many homeowners are looking for ways to get healthy, green lawn for the warm months to come. There are plenty of dangerous chemical lawn treatments out there, but there are also options for lush green grass that are much healthier for your family, pets, and the environment.
Scott Meyer, editor of Organic Gardening magazine, has some tips on growing a beautiful lawn and fighting weeds without the use of harmful chemical products.
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Posted by Deborah Brcka on March 16, 2012
National Flood Safety Awareness Week is all about getting informed on the dangers flooding poses to your home and your family. But how do you know how great the risk of flooding is in your area specifically?
To determine a town or community’s flood risk, FEMA conducts its own Flood Insurance Study, which gathers statistics about all the factors that can put you at risk. River flow, storm tides, rainfall, and topographical surveys are all used to create flood hazard maps for your community.
Preparation is always the best defense against natural disasters, so check out FloodSmart.gov for a map of your area and read up on the website to understand what it means for you and your home so you can make informed decisions about flood protection.
Don’t let floodwaters catch you off guard. Get in touch today and let Bankers protect you from flooding and other risks.
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