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Hail causes approximately $1 billion in damage annually in the United States to houses, buildings, cars and crops. The costliest hail storm in US history caused an estimated $2 billion in damage (Kansas City, April 2001)… and that’s from one single storm. Per NOAA, Small hail, up to about the size of a pea, can…
SHINGLE DAMAGE CAUSED BY STORMS 3-Tab Shingles 3-tab shingles are the most common type of shingle on the market. They are made of asphalt re-enforced with either organic material, or wood. The most common shape is rectangular, with a flat, two-dimensional appearance. The surface is coated with tiny metallic granules that provide protection from sun…
Have you ever been captivated by the mesmerizing dance of lightning across the sky? While it’s a breathtaking spectacle, it’s essential to recognize the dangers it poses. In the United States, lightning strikes approximately 25 million times each year, making it a potential threat to life and safety. Despite advancements in safety measures, lightning remains…
Tropical storm Idalia hit Florida at a devastating speed of over 125 mph, causing destruction in its path. The major hurricane swept into Georgia and South Carolina too. This article will cover everything there is to know about Hurricane Idalia today. About Hurricane Idalia, Florida Idalia Hurricane – Path Hurricane Idalia was a Category 4…
A hurricane is known for causing extensive damage to an area. These natural disasters are measured in strength, and that strength is measured in categories. How Is a Hurricane’s Strength Measured? The National Hurricane Center has information on the scale used to measure a hurricane’s strength, which is the SAFFIR-SIMPSON Hurricane Wind Scale. It bases…
Let’s start with the basics. Hurricane Franklin is a formidable tropical cyclone that can have a significant impact on communities in its path. It’s crucial to understand the importance of real-time tracking and forecasting during such events. Our goal here is to provide you with the latest updates and forecasts for Hurricane Franklin, ensuring you’re…
A tornado is one of the most violent of all storms. It is a destructive spinning column of air that extends from a thunderstorm. By definition, a tornado also has to touch the ground; a spinning column of air that doesn’t touch the ground is called a funnel cloud. What Causes Tornados? Scientists are still…
Tropical storms are a very powerful storm system, much like a hurricane. Although they are slightly less powerful than a hurricane, they can still cause tremendous amounts of damage. In the Southeastern U.S. alone, there has been more than $6 billion in damage in the storms that have hit since 1979. In December of 2011,…
The official hurricane season begins June 1 and mostly runs through November. Although hurricanes can form a few weeks before and after that window, in many parts of the world, such as the western Pacific, hurricanes can take form all year round. Hurricanes are usually destructive and can leave nothing but wrath and chaos in…