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As we come to the close of 2017, we look back on a crazy year of flooding in the United States. Most notable is the flooding in Texas as a result of Hurricane Harvey. Parts of Florida also experienced some major flooding this year, as the result of some record breaking storms. As 2018 approaches, Big Bags USA® aims to help individuals and communities be prepared for whatever flooding events may come in the new year. Keep reading to learn what you, as an individual, can do to be better prepared in 2018! Flood Preparedness Tips 1. Discuss a flood plan with your family. Talk about what to do if a flood watch or warning is issued. Doing this before a flood is imminent helps to reduce fear, particularly in younger children. To avoid being trapped when floodwaters threaten, evacuate before flooding starts. 2. Make sure you have access to NOAA radio broadcasts. You can find an online NOAA radio station, search for the NOAA radio app in your moble app store or purchase a battery-powere...

Traditionally, flood mitigation plans used tiny sandbags, stacked up to create barriers. This system took endless hours and lots of man power to create any type of flood protection . Today, there's a better way to go about it! Keep reading to learn about all the ways you can save on costs by choosing Big Bags USA® . Big Bags USA® Flood Barriers The most notable benefit of using Big Bags USA® flood barriers  over traditional sandbags is the price comparison. We offer high quality flood barrier systems at a great economic price, with the most affordable price per linear foot. One Big Bags USA® protective flood barrier system replaces 750 regular sandbags. If you were to stack regular sandbags to meet 40” in height, it would equal 1,500 sandbags. By using the Big Bags USA® systems, you save 52% on the raw materials alone. The second highly notable benefit of our systems is the reduced amount of resources needed to deploy the systems. The simplistic design allows more...

Along with the winter season comes frigid temperatures. Ice formation during these weather conditions is possible across the country. Today's blog from Big Bags USA® discusses ice jams, how they form and what problems they can cause. Keep reading to learn how to protect your community and property from the effects of ice jams. Ice Jams An ice jam, also known as an ice dam, is an accumulation of ice on a river or other body of water. An ice jam is caused by floating pieces of ice getting stuck at any obstruction of stream flow. Common places for ice jams to occur include river bends, mouths of tributaries, areas where the river slope decreases, downstream of dams or upstream of bridges. Ice Jam Flooding The biggest effect of ice jams on a river community is that they can cause major flooding. Ice jams can back up the flow of the river causing flooding upstream. In addition, if the pressure behind the ice jam becomes too strong, and the ice jam breaks, flash flooding can...

Big Bags USA® flood barriers can handle all your flood and water control needs. From water diversion and traffic safety to construction assistance and emergency flood protection , the Big Bags USA® flood barrier system is quite versatile. The system can be used for a variety of different situations and projects. Keep reading to learn about just a few of the different people that could benefit from investing in Big Bags USA® products (because everyone can) for their company, organization or agency. The National Guard During the 2010 flood fight in North Dakota, National Guardsmen had the opportunity to place and fill a new Big Bags USA® flood barrier system. The system is 15-feet wide and 3-feet high. Once filled the barrier is equal to about 750 traditional sandbags. Check out the video below: Emergency Preparedness Agencies  Agencies and organizations that are in charge of emergency preparedness should have flood mitigation plans in place. When developing those plan...

The end of November is finally here and that means the end of the 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season! This year has been a whirlwind when it comes to hurricanes. As measured by the number of storms, hurricanes, major hurricanes and longevity, the 2017 season is now among the top 10 most active hurricane seasons in history! 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season Overview As the 2017 hurricane season wraps up, we have a lot to look back on. Here are the numbers for this year's hurricane activity: 17 named storms 10 hurricanes 6 hurricanes that made landfall 6 major hurricanes 3 major hurricanes that made landfall The most notable statistic from this season is that we recorded 6 major hurricanes, which is the 3rd most major hurricanes in a season on record. Plus, 3 of those storms made landfall, all of which were over US soil. Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria all caused major destruction to Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico. Hurricane recovery and relief is still ...

The holidays are fast approaching and the winter season is upon us. Along with the change of season, comes new flooding risks. In today's blog, Big Bags USA® discusses a few of the common winter flooding issues we see each year across the country. Our flood barrier systems are here to help you be prepared for these situations and mitigate any damages. Winter Weather While winter is typically associated with snow, ice and brutally cold temperatures, sometimes we see some bursts of warm weather, and along with it, rain. All these different weather events work together to contribute to winter flooding. Snowmelt flooding, ice jams and river flooding, as well as flooded neighborhoods and roads are all something to watch out for this winter season. Snowmelt Flooding  When unseasonable warmth arrives, it will often melt much of the snow on the ground, causing the ground to become saturated and the rivers to swell. In addition, the warmer air will rise over colder air resulti...

Big Bags USA® flood barriers are an innovative alternative to traditional sandbags. When people are so used to using sandbags for their flood protection needs, a new product is sure to pose a lot of questions. Today's blog answers some of the most frequently asked questions about Big Bags USA®:  1. What are the advantages of the Big Bags USA® systems? There are many advantages of these systems. The main advantage is the lack of labor involved with assembly and filling. The second advantage is the speed with which you can protect an area from flooding. The third would be the cost savings compared to any other flood protection product available. 2. Are the Big Bags USA® sandbags water-proof? The ‘water-side’ of the sandbags are coated with a water-proof resin so water does not enter the sandbags. If water did enter the flood barrier from the top, the sides and bottom are not coated to allow water to flow out of the sandbags and prevent sand from being washed out. I...

The Big Bags USA® barrier system is extremely versatile. Not only can it be used in emergency flooding situations, but the system can also be used for a variety of construction projects. In today's blog, we discuss how Big Bags USA® barriers can assist contractors, construction companies, cities, government agencies and more! Construction Barriers  Big Bags USA® heavy-duty barriers provide a re-usable alternative to sheet pile cofferdams, sandbag barriers, water barriers, single FIBC bags, super sacks and aqua dams. Our systems have unmatched versatility to handle the highest demands at a fraction of the costs compared to other products. They deploy faster than any other barrier on the market, and can even be deployed in dangerous or hard-to-reach areas with the help of our spreader bar. If you were searching for dewatering ideas, water diversion, cofferdam products, berms, weirs or temporary barriers, you've found your solution! The Big Bags USA® barrier system can be...

After the year we've had in regards to hurricanes and flooding, it's time to get serious about flood mitigation plans. It's much easier, and less expensive, to prepare ahead of time than to clean up after the fact. The end of year is coming and now is the peak spending time for some state and federal budgets. Big Bags USA® is here to help state and other government agencies understand how beneficial a product like ours can be and how those agencies can procure it to use for future events. Benefits of Big Bags USA® Flood Barrier Systems  When it comes to flood protection and mitigation, there's no better product than Big Bags USA®. It is the fastest deployed barrier anywhere! Benefits of the Big Bags USA® flood barrier system include: One 5-bag system can be placed by just 2 men in less than 10 minutes!  Deployment is 200 times faster than a traditional sandbag wall  Our system uses half the amount of sand used in a traditional sandbag wall of the same hei...

Whether due to a hurricane, heavy rainstorm or massive snowstorm, flooding affects people all across the United States. Hurricane season may be approaching it's end, but winter storms will be the next to pose a threat of flooding. When large amounts of snow melt quickly, flooding can be a major problem. In addition, you can experience heavy rainstorms any time of year all across the country. Keep reading to learn how Big Bags USA® can help your community prepare for flooding, no matter where in the country you're located or what your flooding risk is. Flood Control  Big Bags USA® offers a fast and simple solution for containment and deferment of water. Our flood barrier products are a great on-hand sandbags tool for disaster prevention. They are great for on the spot traffic barriers as well. Big Bags USA® products are easily deployed, from construction barriers to emergency road side disaster needs. Protect road routes, protect buildings and more with our innovative sand...