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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...