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 Even in frigid temperatures, the risk of flooding , while not necessarily high, is still prevalent. Meaning that it is always essential to have flood mitigation plans in place and the resources to counter any flooding. Big Bags USA's flood barrier system is just the tool to save your community from flooding, year after year. Here's a look into the flooding risks and predictions that came to light this month. Feb. 12th: 2021 Flood Outlook: Mississippi River risk lower than past few years, snow a concern for smaller rivers "The National Weather Service released the first Flood Outlook for 2021 on Feb. 11. Fortunately, the Mississippi River isn't much concern at the moment! Our primary concerns this year lie with our smaller rivers, especially the Rock River. This year, snow is going to be the kicker.“The Rock River watershed, for instance, is probably one of our higher risked rivers this spring because a lot of that watershed has a lot of snowpack," Brooks said. ...

As you already know, huge amounts of snow are blanketing the Midwest. Now, the snowmelt may be on your mind with the coming spring, but what about your risk of flooding ? If you live in a flood-prone area, you should take extra precautions to protect your home from flooding caused by snowmelt and excessive rainfall. Our team is here to provide you with tips to help you mitigate flood damages . Home Maintenance Tips: Quality constructed materials and routine maintenance greatly reduce any chance of water damage to your home. Here are some of the materials and areas to check out before spring: Basements should be equipped with flood shields or barriers to stop water from coming through. Inspect your sump pumps to ensure they are working. These should discharge as far away from the home as possible, as well as having a backup in case of system failure. Attics should be airtight and well insulated. Not doing so can lead to ice damming. This can cause water to buildup underneath singles and...

 At Big Bags USA, our mission is to protect communities from the devastation that floodwaters can cause. It's inevitable, and flooding can happen anytime, anywhere. Whether that be from mother nature herself or a manmade structure failing. Our goal is to provide you with the resources and knowledge needed to effectively mitigate flooding . This is why we developed the fastest deployed barrier anywhere and work tirelessly to spread the word of our valuable flood barrier  to those in need. In this week's blog, we're going to tell you a bit about our company and how we can benefit your community with its flood preparedness needs . Read on to learn more! Protecting North America & Beyond DRIPS, LLC is taking flood protection to the world. By partnering with the U.S. Commercial Service and the International Trade Division of the Missouri Department of Economic Development, Big Bags USA is now available to our neighbors in Canada and Mexico, as well as Central and South Ameri...

As you may know, the Atlantic hurricane season of 2020 was record-breaking. The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1st to November 30th, and while that seems like a long way away, preparations for such potentially catastrophic events can take months of planning by itself. While it would be great to have a break from the active hurricane season we experienced last year, predictions are saying otherwise. Big Bags USA is your premier flood barrier company in the US, with the fastest deployed barrier anywhere. We understand that you can't control the weather, but you can control how you prepare and react to it. In this week's blog, we're giving you the latest prediction for the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season and tips on how to prepare. Preliminary Outlook for the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane Season In an average year, the hurricane seasons typically consists of about 12 named storms. Six of those becoming actual hurricanes and three of them being catastrophic in nature. To give ...