Category: Natural Disaster
-
Mississippi Hurricane History
Hurricane season in the United States starts from June 1 and ends on November 30. That’s not saying, however, that hurricanes don’t occur outside of this period. In Mississippi, hurricanes often appear as early as June. This is because the state is located along the Gulf Coast, and this area is among the first ones…
-
What do Animals do During Thunderstorms?
During what seemed to be a typical thunderstorm, a tragic event occurred for my family in North Carolina. During the storm, a squirrel who was trying to find shelter crawled into their electrical transformer and was electrocuted. The electrocution caused a devastating fire that claimed their North Carolina home. It was a freak of nature,…
-
History of Floods in California
With all of the droughts, wildfires, and earthquakes, how could flooding and water damage occur in California? I would have thought that droughts would eliminate the worry of floods. Apparently not. Let’s see what the experts have to say. According to The U.S. Geological Society, “Droughts and floods are extreme events in the water cycle…
-
Difference Between Public Adjuster and Independent Adjuster
When my neighbor finally bought the camper of their dreams, they planned to hit the road and see the United States. Unfortunately, a few weeks before their departure, a big storm came through our neighborhood, taking down trees and flooding the local rivers adjacent to our homes. Sadly, one of the oldest and most beautiful…
-
Is There a Concern for Fires in Los Angeles?
In California, where Los Angeles is located, fire is a reality of life. The state’s fire season is from July to October. However, it can start as early as January when there’s a drought. Fire claims many homes in Los Angeles, but why? There are currently over 500 wildfires ravaging about 2,000 acres, according to…