Unprecedented Billion-Dollar Weather Disasters in 2024: A Growing Concern
This surpasses previous emphasising a growing need for weather and climate awareness and training.
Lightning deaths top One dozen in 2023
Lightning deaths in America topped more than one dozen in 2023 which is slightly below the 30-year average of 20 killed per year, according to NOAA. Hundreds more are injured and suffer lifelong neurological damage from the electrical shock. (Source: weather.gov) As in the past years, most lightning fatality victims are male. What is surprising …
Weather-related power outages increased 78% during past decade
We all depend on electricity to keep our homes and business running. When it goes out, it can not only cost us money but it many cases, our reputation and the safety of our customers.
Lightning Kills Two Jet Skiiers In Puerto Rico
The incident occurred as tropical storm Earl churned nearby the Caribbean Island, causing heavy rain and thunderstorms which led to the generation of lightning.
Lightning dangers on the job site
A lightning strike is probably the last danger you think of when working on the job site. However, if you are operating a forklift, machine, crane, or any other industrial vehicle outdoors, you are at a much higher risk of being impacted by this occupational hazard. Lightning is one of the most erratic and unpredictable …
Driving through a tornado
You’re on the road, spot a storm just ahead, but are oblivious to the danger that is below those dark clouds on the horizon. Out of nowhere, you’re battered by debris, wind-driven rain, and large hail. It happens more often than you think. Being situationally aware of the weather is extremely important, especially when you’re …
When high wind becomes a danger on the job site
When it comes to monitoring extreme weather conditions on the job site, understanding the inherent wind risk is extremely important, especially when dealing with employee safety, expensive supplies, and the risk of property damage. For rain and storms, planning and timing are fairly straightforward if you’ve been trained. However, what can you do you plan …