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Restoration Roundup: Deadly Flooding, Mold Problems, 2017 Winter Outlook & More | 8.15.16

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August 15, 2016

Want to catch up on industry-related news, but no time to surf the web? R&R is here to help with this brand, regular new web-exclusive. The headlines you need, all in one place.

At Least 4 Dead, 20,000 Rescued in Louisiana Flooding

More than 20,000 people have been rescued after massive floods swept across Louisiana, and officials warned Sunday that even though the rain had subsided, dangers loomed.

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Charities, Volunteers Battle Mold from 10-Month-Old Flood Damage

Though more than 10 months have passed since historic rainfall and flooding caused millions of dollars worth of damage across the state of South Carolina, hundreds of local homeowners are still reeling from the damage brought on by the storms.

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Citizens Implements $1.8 Million Estimate Review Program for Florida Water Loss Claims

Florida’s insurer of last resort, Citizens, has expanded its efforts to curb increasing water loss claims with a new Water Mitigation Estimate Review Program.

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Winter Ahead! Farmer's Almanac Predicts Mixed Bag of Wintry Weather

While winter officially starts on December 21, 2016, the Farmers’ Almanac predictions point to some snow and cold conditions in mid-November in the Northeast, Great Lakes, and Midwest. However, the good news is that the frigidly cold temperatures really won’t take hold until much later in the season.

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Fort McMurray Aftermath Presents Massive Opportunity for Restoration Contractors

Inside the surreal and competitive race to rebuild after a natural disaster.

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