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What Happened? Hurricane Fiona made landfall in September 2022 and would go down as one of the most brutal weather events to impact eastern Canada, affecting Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. The hurricane recorded winds of over 165 kph, claimed 25 lives, and caused over $845 million in damage, making it one of the…
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colorado – August 22, 2023 – First Onsite Property Restoration (First Onsite), one of North America’s largest disaster recovery and restoration providers for commercial enterprises, has added Case Restoration, a full-service mitigation service provider and general contractor based in Nashville Tennessee, to its service locations. This acquisition is part of First Onsite’s approach…
Understanding Hawaii Hurricane Damage: A Comprehensive Preparedness Checklist Hurricanes form in areas of enhanced thunderstorms over warm tropical oceans. A concern for Hawaii, in the middle of the Pacific, is waiting for a destructive storm to hit. Fortunately, in the last 40 years, Hawaii has seen only three (3) hurricanes that have impacted our islands...
We’ve all seen what fire damage can do to a property, but the types of damage you should be ready to encounter after experiencing a fire loss can exceed your expectations. Having full awareness of the different types of damage you will face can help you to react faster, reducing continued damage and getting you…
Key Steps for a Water Damage Recovery From small leaks to severe floods, water can wreak havoc on buildings, properties and more. Whether that water damage is a broken water line, weather-related flood, a drain back up, or another cause, water in buildings can become a major problem—and fast. A rapid response to…
From minor leaks to catastrophic floods, the destructive power of water knows no bounds. Buildings and properties are particularly vulnerable, facing a range of costly issues that can disrupt businesses and even force operations to grind to a halt. Unexpected incidents such as burst water lines, drain backups and weather-induced floods not only jeopardize furnishings…
Understanding the Impact and Risk of Water Damage on Hawaii’s Properties If there’s one thing we have an abundance of in Hawaii, it’s water. Our tropical climate is no stranger to heavy rain, flash flooding and the potential for a destructive hurricane season. These elements, along with the unexpected pipe burst or plumbing issue, can…
Disaster Supply Kit Checklist GENERAL☐ At least two weeks supply of medication, medical supplies used regularly and a list of allergies☐ List of the style, serial number, and manufacturer information of required medical devices☐ Flashlight (Do not use candles and be sure to have enough batteries)☐ Radio (Battery operated or hand cranked radio, a NOAA…
WHEN YOUR POLICYHOLDERS FACE DISASTER, WE ARE HERE TO HELP When disaster strikes, your policyholders can depend on us to jump into action, and you can expect us to be a strategic, transparent and effective partner from start to finish. With decades of experience working alongside insurance providers and a vast network of reconstruction…
This hurricane season, FIRST ONSITE is here to make sure you are fully prepared to weather any storm. With decades of experience on the frontlines of the most challenging, complex and costly hurricanes in recent history, we’re proud to offer unmatched experience to help you prep for and recover from major storms—wherever and whenever they…