News by subject: NAT

The United States is one of 17 nations that scientists call megadiverse?places that harbor the majority of Earth's plant and animal species, along with high numbers of species found nowhere else....

In Florida, hurricanes pose a big threat to small businesses, and this year, hurricane season is forecasted to be "extremely active." Vortex's Supplemental Hurricane Insurance works to protect those vulnerable coastal businesses by filling the gaps...

V2X, Inc. proudly announces its selection as one of the six prime contractors for the U.S. Navy's Global Contingency Services (GCS) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) III. The contract, valued at up to $2 billion, was awarded by the Naval Facilities...

The Government of Canada recognizes that as the threat of wildfires increases due to climate change, we must increase our capacity to respond to fires, keep Canadians safe, and protect our communities. The Government of Canada has undertaken...

In response to the onset of hurricane season in Mobile, Alabama, Dolinsky Law Group is providing critical safety guidelines for navigating the roads during these potentially hazardous conditions. This initiative aligns with...

To educate communities about earthquake preparedness and tsunami risk, and empower them to be resilient, the British Columbia Earthquake Alliance (BCEA) is thrilled to announce this month's Earthquake Preparedness Tour and High Ground Hikes. Events...

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage to residents impacted by the tornadoes and flooding affecting much of southern Louisiana, including the New Orleans metro area....

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the...

Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, the...

After 23 years of studying the science and impacts of earthquakes, Megan Stanton knows two important facts every Californian should remember - there will be strong earthquakes every year, and there are ways to prepare in advance to keep you and your...

Fast Guard Service, the nation's premier security guard service provider, stands at the forefront of disaster response once again, extending a helping hand to businesses ravaged by the recent onslaught of tornadoes across Ohio, Michigan, West...

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by tornado damage in and around Conyers....

As climate change fuels more frequent and intense storms, RISE Resilience Innovations is challenging the world's entrepreneurs to develop new solutions that protect vulnerable Southwest Virginia residents from dangerous flood disasters....

ICEYE, a global leader in satellite-powered disaster management solutions, has announced a new contract with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which provides the federal agency with access to ICEYE Flood Insights for events across...

Bitget, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, stands in solidarity with Taiwan in the aftermath of the recent 7.2 magnitude earthquake that struck on April 3, 2024. In a swift response to the disaster, Bitget announces its...

With the arrival of spring weather and the potential for heavy rainfall across parts of Manitoba, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) and the Insurance Brokers Association of Manitoba (IBAM) are reminding Manitoba residents to prepare for the increased...

The Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) has teamed up with The Allstate Foundation on a pilot program to help six local nonprofit organizations better manage the impact of natural disasters on Houston communities?and help protect the...

Intterra continues to expand its reach through the Public Safety world by joining The Wildfire Industry Collective. As a core piece of the first firetech ever created for wildland firefighting, Intterra will work to keep the frontline at the center...

With early forecasts predicting an aggressive 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, generator experts at Power Equipment Direct are urging preparedness....

In the wake of the devastating overnight fires that recently struck Shenandoah Valley, Blue Water is showing its gratitude to the brave first responders, park rangers, and members of the Luray Police department and Page County Sheriff's office who...

Summit Midstream Partners, LP ("Summit", "SMLP" or the "Partnership") announced today that its 2023 tax packages, including the Schedule K-1, are now available online and may be accessed at https://partnerdatalink.com/Summit. SMLP will also begin...

Please be advised that Member of Parliament Michael McLeod, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, will make an announcement regarding funding to support Indigenous governments and organizations in the territory...

Today, the Government of British Columbia released its flood strategy, From Flood Risk to Resilience: A BC Flood Strategy to 2035. Following the release, Aaron Sutherland, Vice-President, Pacific and Western, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), issued...

AtkinsRéalis [SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.] , a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, was awarded a Public Assistance Grant Management Services contract by Florida's Division of Emergency...

With experts warning that 2024 could pose significant wildfire risk, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is reminding Albertans to be prepared for some potentially difficult months ahead....

With government officials and other experts warning that 2024 could pose significant wildfire risk, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is encouraging BC residents to be prepared for some potentially difficult months ahead....

The UN's International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the World Food Programme (WFP) have today launched an action plan to work together in fragile contexts ? countries simultaneously affected by economic shocks, and extreme weather, in...

Johnson Controls , the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the Johnson Controls Foundation's pledge of $1 million to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP) over the next two years. By...

ClimateCheck and ClimateFirst are pleased to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership to enable commercial real estate (CRE) stakeholders to assess financial risk due to climate change. The new comprehensive approach includes Climate Value at Risk...

A deep freeze in Western Canada in January is estimated to have caused over $180 million in insured damage, according to initial estimates from Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ)....

Natural Grocers® will be offering support to the communities impacted by the devastating recent wildfire disasters in the Texas Panhandle region, by collecting donations at its 23 Texas locations through March 31....

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by the wildfires across the Texas panhandle....

In response to the devastating Smokehouse Creek Fire, currently recognized as the second-largest wildfire in Texas history, Fast Guard Service is actively extending its support to businesses and individuals affected by the disaster. With an area...

Ahead of a strong winter storm expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds and low-elevation snow, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) crews are readying to respond to expected power outages....

Watch Duty, the only app that provides real-time wildfire information, today announced that it is expanding its coverage to Texas. As the devastating Panhandle wildfires continue to pose a significant risk to Texas residents, Watch Duty gives...

The Duke Energy Foundation is launching the third year of its $500,000 microgrant program to invest in emergency preparedness organizations across South Carolina to increase their resiliency to major weather events through advanced preparation,...

The National Association of Realtors®' (NAR) Realtors Relief Foundation announced a $100,000 grant to Florida Realtors® to help Panhandle residents with housing issues resulting from disastrous storm and rain conditions in early January....

NASA is now an associate member of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group, giving the agency new opportunities to collaborate with federal agencies and other partners to better understand wildland fires and leverage technology and innovation to...

With California facing unprecedented rainfall, flash flooding, and landslides, The Salvation Army has activated Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams to offer vital aid to affected communities statewide. The ongoing natural disaster has prompted a...

Last year Americans saw that storms don't need to make national headlines to wreak havoc on homes and businesses, as more than 20 states were impacted by 19 severe convective storm events, each causing over $1 billion in damage. With most...

With warmer than normal temperatures being experienced across parts of Ontario, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is sharing tips to help Ontarians mitigate risk of damage to their property due to a winter thaw....

The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)'s new three-year Strategy 2026: Turning Science into Solutions will expand the organization's groundbreaking research to close gaps in building science and strengthen the nation's resilience...

In the wake up the unprecedented storms and flooding affecting Southern California, Governor Gavin Newsome has declared a state of emergency for the region, prompting IDrive Backup, a leading provider of cloud backup and storage services, to announce...

Toyota Motor North America and Toyota Financial Services announced efforts to assist those suffering from the impacts of recent storms and flooding in California. Toyota contributes annually to The American Red Cross and SBP, and these funds are...

Following the recent reissuance of evacuation warnings for flood-prone areas in San Diego, Fast Guard Service is stepping forward to offer its expertise in security and safety services to assist the affected communities in the aftermath of the storm....

With many customers still drying out from rains earlier this week, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) is preparing for a stronger storm forecasted to arrive Sunday. The storm, which meteorologists are calling an atmospheric river event, is...

Communities across Canada are more and more often facing the realities of extreme weather events and natural disasters - like wildfires, flood and hurricanes. Large-scale emergencies, including non-weather related threats like pandemics, have...

HUB International (HUB), a leading global insurance brokerage and financial services firm, announced the launch of the new HUB High Net Worth Excess Wildfire Program to address the critical need for enhanced wildfire coverage of high value homes. The...

Geosapiens, a pioneering Canadian company in flood modelling, is announcing the launch of its flood mapping model that covers the entirety of the Canadian territory. This innovative technology represents a significant step forwards in response to a...

Relief Bed International was founded in 2015 by Scott Smalling who spent his career in the bedding industry.  During this time he enjoyed finding creative ways to give back. Projects like Fire Station makeovers to help first responders get a better...