In May, our team developed part one of the severe storms blog series and explained how hurricanes are among the most dangerous storms in the world. We explained the importance of establishing a contingency plan, as it is extremely difficult to efficiently react during these storms.

Thunderstorms, flash floods, blizzards, tornados, ice storms, dust storms, cyclones, and hurricanes are all categorized as severe weather, or severe storms. These storms can occur at any moment, in any location producing hazardous conditions which may include: damaging winds, large hail, excessive rainfall, lightning, freezing rain, sleet, and/or snow.

Many people look at January and the New Year holiday as a time for a fresh start. I don’t know about you, but there aren’t many things all that inspiring to me about the New Year – although that could partially be because in Michigan, we are in the midst of months of gray skies and snow up to our eyeballs.

As chilly temperatures continue to plague much of the U.S., make sure your firms and technicians are prepared for unexpected weather events by having them review the IICRC S500 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration.