Tag: Disaster preparedness
Minimize Project Delays During Storm Duty: Best Practices
Utility companies face a unique challenge when it comes to project management during storm season. Balancing the immediate needs of storm recovery with ongoing long-term projects can be a daunting task. The potential for...
Impact of Federal Funding and Hiring Freezes on Wildfire Vulnerability
Wildfires are a constant threat in the United States, especially in regions like the Southeast and the West. With the recent freeze of federal funds and hiring orders issued by President Donald Trump and...
Preparing Mid-Atlantic States for Billion-Dollar Disasters: Funding Concerns
In 2024, Pennsylvania faced a staggering number of billion-dollar weather disasters, totaling 12. This record-breaking year outpaced the state's weather challenges throughout the entire 1980s, even when adjusted for inflation. Last week, a symposium...
Texas’ Vulnerability to Compound Climate Disasters: A Critical Analysis
**Texas Hit by Compound Climate Disaster: An Inside Look at the Aftermath**Sandra Edwards, a 58-year-old resident of Houston, woke up to the terrifying sounds of Hurricane Beryl on July 8. As she navigated her...
