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Floods are among the most impactful of natural disasters, in terms of both human hardship and economic loss. Unfortunately, they are also among the most frequent natural disasters. To put that into perspective, about 90% of the damage related to all natural disasters (excluding droughts) is caused by floods and associated debris flows. Flooding can be experienced in practically any area, but why? In today's blog, Big Bags USA® takes a closer look at how and why floods occur and how you can be prepared for flooding to hit your community. What Causes Floods?  Most commonly, flooding occurs from heavy rainfall. When the natural water courses do not have the capacity to hold the excess rain water, flooding can occur. In addition, storm surge, hurricanes and other tropical activity can also cause flooding to occur. Flooding can even happen during dry weather conditions, for example is a dam or levee were to fail. Other factors that contribute to flooding include urbanization, to...

Did you know that a "major hurricane" hasn't hit the U.S. Gulf or East Coast in more than a decade? Experts are dreading the potential damage that may occur once this "hurricane drought" finally ends, especially with the increased population and wealth in coastal areas. Keep reading to learn more about the recent lack of hurricanes in the U.S. U.S. Major Hurricanes A major hurricane is one containing maximum sustained winds of at lease 111 mph, and is classified as a Category 3 or higher. Since Hurricane Wilma struck Florida in 2005, there have been 27 major hurricanes in the Atlantic Ocean basin. The entire Gulf of Mexico and the coastline from Florida to Texas, have not had a hurricane hit for almost 3 full years, the longest period since hurricane record-keeping began in 1851. The last hurricane to traverse the gulf was Hurricane Ingrid in September 2013. Hurricane Drought Scientists have no solid explanation for why this hurricane drought is happ...

Atlantic hurricane season is well underway, and while we may not have experienced a hurricane making landfall in the U.S. yet, we have seen quite a bit of rain from tropical storm activity. August marks the beginning of the peak period for hurricanes, which will run through October. That means that now is the time to prepare for what experts are predicting to be a slightly more active hurricane season this year. In fact, it's expected to be the most active season since 2012. Atlantic Hurricane Season Facts On average, there are six hurricanes each year, three of which are categorized as "major" hurricanes. Taking a look at history facts provides important examples of the potentially dangerous impact hurricanes can have on the U.S., and why we need to be prepared! 1. The "Great Galveston Hurricane" is considered the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history. It struck Texas in the year 1900, and resulted in an estimated 11,000 deaths. 2. According to the dat...

In times of emergency, such as a hurricane, monsoon or major flooding, state agencies and municipalities don't have the time to sort through and fill out a bunch of paperwork. They need flood protection , and they need it fast. Through GSA contracts, state agencies and municipalities are able to procure products, like Big Bags USA® flood barriers , through a contract holder such as Grainger. Without the need to go through extensive paperwork, a GSA contract allows for easier and quicker delivery of products during a time of need. What is a GSA Contract?  A GSA Contract, or GSA Schedule Contract, is a vehicle used to sell to the US government. Businesses, such as Grainger in our case, non-profit organizations and educational institutions can obtain a GSA Contract to sell products or services to government customers. These contract provide pre-negotiated pricing, terms and conditions that streamline the government sales process. While these contracts are primarily used to sell ...

At Big Bags USA®, we offer disaster relief and innovative protection services. Our flood barrier sandbag replacement systems can be used in a variety of different flood and water control situations. Big Bags USA® has earned its rank in the top ten flood barriers list, for both the speed of deployment and value when it comes to cost. Keep reading to learn how Big Bags USA® can be used to help you and your community fight flooding and other water control situations. Big Bags USA® Services Big Bags USA® is a great on hand sandbags tool for disaster prevention. Our flood barrier systems provide a fast and simple solution for containment and deferment of water. Let's take a look at some of the services our flood barriers can provide: Property Protection - Our flood barriers can be used to create a wall between the flood waters and your home or business, therefore blocking flood waters from entering and damaging your property. Traffic Safety - Our barriers are excellent for...