Part 2 of Floodplain Construction Regulations. The NFIP Community Rating System (CRS) is a voluntary incentive program that recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum NFIP requirements. The three goals of the CRS are to: Reduce flood losses Facilitate accurate insurance rating Promote awareness of flood insurance When communities participate in […]
In the United States, more than 100 nuclear reactors supply about 20% of our electricity. Worldwide, more than 400 reactors provide 17% of the world’s electricity. Nuclear power plants produce electricity through a heat-generating process known as “fission,” in which neutrons split uranium atoms to produce large amounts of energy. This process also creates some […]
The winter months bring snow and ice storms, power outages and hazardous driving conditions. However, you can prepare for a disaster by taking a few steps to deal with the challenges of winter weather. Compile an emergency survival kit that includes a three day supply of food and water, flashlights, a first aid kit, a […]