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Can you believe that 372,900 fires occur in homes every single year? These fires cause 2,530 deaths, 13,125 injuries and $7 billion in property loss each year, according to the US Fire Administration. Astoundingly, fire extinguishers were present in only four percent of these fires. If a fire occurred in… Read more »

Every year in the United States there are over 100,000 wildfires that damage approximately 5 million acres of land. In the first nine months of 2015, over 8 million acres have already burned. This is 200% higher compared to the same months in 2014. *iii.org. As of September this year,… Read more »

This year’s National Preparedness Month theme from FEMA and Ready.gov is “Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today.” Disasters such as storms, flooding, hurricanes, and fires occur year-round throughout North America, which is why it is so important to be ready. Creating a plan and practicing it with your… Read more »

August is the time of year to fit in last-minute vacations, get excited about football season, and prepare for school to start. Whether you’re purchasing school supplies for a little one, prepping your teen for high school, or seeking your own education, follow these few safety tips to this month… Read more »

As of yesterday, at least 14 wildfires were scattered throughout California. In 2015 alone, wildfire conditions have been the worst in history along the West Coast, but wildfires have the potential to affect most areas of the U.S. and Canada. Within just over 10 states, $237 billion in property is… Read more »

Already this summer, parts of the United States have encountered record setting rainfall causing flooding to streets, commercial buildings and homes. Check out this flooding video on Weather.com in Southern California this past weekend! Have you thought about what you would do if flooding happened in your area? Whether you’re… Read more »

Watching fireworks is one of the best parts of an Independence Day celebration, but thousands of people are injured each Independence Day due to firework burns. The best thing you can do is to leave the fireworks displays to the experts. However, if you choose to set them off yourself,… Read more »

June 21 is the official start of summer, which means most of you will be packing up the swimmies, surf boards and beach umbrellas to prep for vacation. While you’re busy laying out the perfect attire, remember to prepare your property for vacation too. There are several key security and… Read more »

Paul Davis Restoration Office Serving Fairfield and Westchester Counties Receives Top Customer Experience Award at 2015 Convention! RIDGEFIELD, Conn. (May 4, 2015) – Paul Davis Restoration of Fairfield and Westchester Counties, a leading provider of water, fire, mold and storm damage restoration for residential and commercial properties, received the top… Read more »

First off, what is a storm surge? The National Weather Service provides the following definition: “a storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted astronomical tide.” Did you know a storm surge is one of the most lethal parts of a… Read more »