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Disaster Safety Review (April 2012)
Building Safety Month
Windows, Wind and Windborne Debris (June Commercial Resolution)
Disaster Safety Review (April 2012)
The latest issue of Disaster Safety Review includes IBHS experts weighing in on tornado forecasting, why strengthening roofs is a fast-track to tackling property losses, and building code ratings for the 18 most hurricane-prone states.
Building Safety Month
Find Building Safety Month resources, including news releases, blog posts, and Facebook and Twitter posts, provided by the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) here.
Windows, Wind and Windborne Debris (June Commercial Resolution)
Windows are a building’s “eyes to the world.” For many businesses they provide the first direct link to customers through welcome signs, fashion displays, views of diners, and other glimpses of what lies within. This article provides information to assist business owners in protecting their windows during hurricanes.
Knowing your risks
No matter where you live, natural hazards exist that could significantly damage or even destroy your home or business. However, the severity and specific types of risks vary considerably by geographic region. For example, wildfires and floods occur in many parts of the United States. A complete evaluation of your specific property location may be the most effective way to determine the true exposure. In addition to natural hazards, this website addresses man-made risks such as interior water-related losses. To obtain a list of the natural hazards that may affect your area, enter your ZIP Code on the map.