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Nebraska Heritage Center suffers water damage

Water and Storm Damage

The Heritage Center, which is part of the Homestead National Monument of America, suffered water damage recently when a water main broke and flooded the lower level of the building with an inch or so of water. The flooding was discovered by police when the water set-off the building’s alarm system. The cut-off switch did not turn the water off and staff had to turn it off manually.

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The dangers of snow and ice accumulation

Water and Storm Damage

Extreme winter weather can make conditions more than just cold and slippery. When snow and ice accumulate, it can become heavy and cause building damage or water damage.

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Philadelphia columnist experiences mold damage

Mold Damage

Lisa Scottoline recently wrote in her Philly.com column, “Chick Wit“, about an unfortunate event that unfolds on Christmas Eve 2009.

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When not being prepared will really hurt a business

Disaster Preparedness

The #1 New Years resolution among Americans this year was to lose weight. With this, gym owners prepared and anticipate a rise in gym members during the month of January. However, a gym in Fairhaven found themselves losing out on business as they rang in the New Year with water flooding their fitness center.

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Disaster planning and how you can get involved

Disaster Preparedness

Local natural and manmade disasters can cause great devastation when they happen. You can help reduce the affect of these disasters by getting involved in your city’s or county’s disaster planning efforts.

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