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Hurricane Ian: Landfall as 5th Strongest Hurricane in U.S., Devastation Along Florida West Coast and Inland

Major Hurricane Ian made landfall as a 150-mph hurricane (CAT4) around 3p the 28th of September in Cape Costa, Florida (near Sanibel Island). At landfall, Ian was tied for the 5th strongest storm to ever impact the United States. The devastation was widespread and catastrophic across this region due to the location of the eyewall and enhanced onshore flow and parallel track along and just off the west/southwest coast of Florida. Click HERE to read more.

Hurricane Ian's Rapid Intensification

While it began slowly, activity has certainly picked up as we reach the mid-point of this tropical season. Within a week’s time, 2 major hurricanes have formed in the Atlantic. Hurricane Ian is now a major hurricane, and is setting sights on Florida. Click HERE to read more.

Hurricane Fiona's Unwavering Strength

Frequently we hear hurricanes being spoken about with respect to wind speed. That is, after all, the criteria by which tropical cyclones are categorized. It’s important to note that flooding is the most deadly weather phenomenon and is quite expensive, costing on average 50 billion dollars per year. In the last several days, Puerto Rico has seen rainfall in excess of 20 inches, which has led to catastrophic flooding on the island. Click HERE to read more.

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From hurricanes to record-breaking heat waves, floods to severe drought, our climate is changing rapidly, and the challenges associated with our weather have never been greater. Two companies have come together to apply their expertise and unique offerings to address these challenges through improved risk assessment within the insurance industries. Click HERE to read more.

Holiday Travel Impacts Explained

The holiday week will feature a wet and blustery start in the East, followed by the coldest temperatures of the season. Meanwhile, a warm front lifting across the Plains and Midwest results in considerably warmer temps. Click HERE to read more.

The Impact of Weather on Wildfire Smoke and What This Means for our Health

One of the biggest health threats from wildfire smoke comes from microscopic particles that can travel deep into our lungs. As the smoke gets worse, the concentration of particles in the air increases and can severely affect the respiratory system, and even worsen lung disease and chronic heart disease. To avoid these harmful effects, it is crucial that we understand the weather impacts on wildfire smoke so that we can accurately track them. Click HERE to read more.

Hurricane Nicholas

Tropical Storm Nicholas approached the gulf coast of southeast Texas on the evening of Sep. 13, 2021. The system briefly intensified just before landfall to a CAT 1 Hurricane as indicated by an 83 kt gust reported at a WeatherFlow station at Matagorda Bay, Texas. Landfall was reported around 12:30 am Sep. 14, 2021 just northeast of Galveston, TX. Flood and power outages risks are widespread, as the event is continuing to unfold across southeast Texas and southern Louisiana. Click HERE to read more.

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Hurricane Ian: Landfall as 5th Strongest Hurricane in U.S., Devastation Along Florida West Coast and Inland

Hurricane Ian's Rapid Intensification

Hurricane Fiona's Unwavering Strength

Providing Valuable Insights to Reduce Risk within the Insurance Industry

Holiday Travel Impacts Explained

The Impact of Weather on Wildfire Smoke and What This Means for our Health

Hurricane Nicholas

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