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The people experiencing flash floods often get a lot of flack on social media for not being prepared enough or handling the situation appropriately. But the truth is, there’s really not a lot you can do to prepare for one of these. They happen in a “flash,” hence, the name. At Big Bags USA, we want to help communities prepare for these types of things, even if you really can’t always prepare for them. Here are a few things you need to know about flash floods , how you can prepare for them, how you can stay safe, and maybe even how to see the warning signs. What is a Flash Flood Let’s start by focusing on what a flash flood is. A flash flood is any flood that develops in less than six hours. They can occur almost anywhere, but will commonly be found in areas with poor drainage systems or with low-altitude. All it takes is a good hard rain, and many areas can experience flash floods. There are other factors, like dam failures, ice jams, and snow melts, but oftentimes it is just th...

The Big Bags USA® Flood Barrier was designed to specifically make it faster and easier than ever to deploy and tear down a flood barrier system . So many communities, homes, and businesses are at risk because they aren’t adequately prepared to deal with the numerous types of flooding that can be inflicted on an area. You can’t stop the floodwaters, but you can help prepare for them and redirect them depending on the systems that you have in place. If you haven’t ever heard of Big Bags USA, now is the time to get educated. Check out these frequently asked questions about our systems, you may just find them to be the perfect solution for your state. Q: Where can the Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system effectively be used? A: The systems can effectively be used almost anywhere. The flexible design of no rigid bottom structure allows the Big Bags USA sandbags to conform to any sub-surface, making a water-tight seal. Thus, wherever a protective flood barrier is needed, to...

The weather is ever-changing, and while we help one community get out from under the water, another one finds themselves in the same predicament. If your community is prone to flooding , Big Bags USA would be honored to help your town prepare for the next flash flood, hurricane, summer storm, and more. Here are a few storms that are affecting the country this week. If you are located in one of these areas, just know that Big Bags USA is thinking about you, and we're only a call away! Florida Storms It's been one heck of a week for Florida, as rains and storms bring in flooding and challenging weather conditions. here are some of the headlines that are trending right now for Florida. Heavy Rain Could Trigger Flooding From Florida to the Southeast Coast Into the Weekend Flooding causes closures across Tampa Bay Drivers need rescuing after rain causes flooding in Orange County Warm evening; storms continue Thursday, flood threat Heavy rains cause flooded roads, stran...

Hurricanes aren’t just a come and go event, they have long term effects on the area, and one of those is in the water quality. The surge of water increases the contamination in that area, primarily because it pushes the toxins from the earth into the water supply. Not to mention, times of crisis make it hard for everyone, so water municipality plants may not be operating at full capacity - this makes the situation worse. As a way to bring awareness to Water Quality Month, here are a few interesting things to know about hurricanes and water quality. Also, some ways you can prepare for and protect your family and pets against this challenge. Starting with Hurricane Rain Even though there is rainwater everywhere, even the rain should be considered unsafe to drink during a hurricane. The hurricane water is prone to contain contaminants, which means it’s not a safe drinking source. Curious about why? Check out these interesting conditions that impact hurricane rainwater: When a hu...

A hurricane can quickly come in and wreak havoc on entire communities. This includes homes and businesses - no one is exempt when a tropical storm comes in with 74-95 mile an hour winds and inches of rain. We come to help entire communities, but today we want to take a look specifically at how hurricanes affect the local businesses and economy, as well as how you can protect what you have worked so hard for. The Results are Different For Everyone The challenge with hurricanes is that you really don’t know what they are going to do once they hit land. Some businesses will be absolutely devastated, while others can be completely fine. In addition, the type of business you own can also affect how you recover from a hurricane. Service industry businesses tend to get a faster recovery time because the community will need them to get back up and running. Other businesses will struggle to survive, and may not even make it after the devastation of a hurricane. It’s like Russian Roulet...