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Articles Tagged with ''natural disasters''

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Simpson Strong-Tie Donates $30,000 for Texas Flood Relief

The provider donates to flood relief fund that has claimed 120 lives in Texas
July 18, 2025

The provider donates to flood relief fund that has claimed 120 lives in Texas.


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The New Metal Resilience Council
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Introducing the Metal Resilience Council: Advancing Metal in Disaster-Resistant Construction

New Council Aims to Educate on Metal’s Role in Resilient Building
Lindsay Lewis is the Editor of Building Enclosure magazine.
Lindsay Lewis
July 13, 2025
New Council Aims to Educate on Metal’s Role in Resilient Building
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New Technical Bulletin from ROCKWOOL Showcases Resilience in Wildfire-Prone Areas

Holistic approach includes specifying noncombustible materials such as stone wool insulation
June 20, 2025

ROCKWOOL has released an essential technical resource for builders, architects, and engineers working in wildfire-prone regions.


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Metal Construction Association

MCA to Create Metal Resilience Council

The council is aiming to position metal as a leading component of resilient structures
June 17, 2025

The Metal Construction Association is forming the Metal Resilience Council to be proactive when it comes to promoting metal construction systems as a leading solution for resilience.


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Roofing and construction crews prepare for extreme heat as triple-digit temperatures hit the Southwest beginning May 28.
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Major Heatwave Forecast Beginning, Wildfire Risk Rises

Construction workers and field crews at risk for hyperthermia
May 28, 2025

An intense early-season heat wave will engulf the Southwest beginning Wednesday, unleashing triple-digit highs that could imperil roofing and construction crews, as well as other outdoor workers.


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Schenkel Shultz Selected for Rebuild of Sanibel Fire Station

The new facility will play a pivotal role in bolstering public safety and meeting the long-term needs of the community
May 8, 2025

The project marks the second collaboration between the firm and Sanibel Fire and Rescue, following the rebuild of Fire Station #172 after Hurricane Ian.


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The Economic Case for Climate-Resilient Construction

Our buildings are on the front lines of changing global climate
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Alex Barrego
May 5, 2025

Understanding the true value of these construction shifts means looking beyond the price tag. When approached strategically, these solutions reduce long-term recovery costs, enhance property performance, and provide a critical hedge against the rising financial risks of a changing climate. 


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Convoy of Hope Truck helps those impacted by tornados

Georgia-Pacific Teams Up with Local Emergency Services to Provide Aid After Recent Tornado

When a tornado hit Taylorsville, Miss., G-P engaged with a key partner, Convoy of Hope, to ensure that not only residents got supplies, but first responders received assistance as well.
April 23, 2025

When a tornado hit Taylorsville, Miss., G-P engaged with a key partner, Convoy of Hope, to ensure that not only residents got supplies, but first responders received assistance as well.


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California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide Launched by Arup, USGBC California

The new California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide offers practical and sustainable solutions to help wildfire-affected communities rebuild with resilience, safety, and long-term climate considerations
April 8, 2025

Arup has partnered with the United States Green Building Council California (USGBC-CA) to co-author the “California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide.”


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RICOWI Announces Formation of Wildfire Resistant Roofing Committee

The organization received key contributions from Wade Shepherd of Westlake Royal Building Products
April 8, 2025

The committee, which is co-chaired by Shepherd and Robin Anderson, also from Westlake Royal Building Products, aims to address the critical need for roofing systems that can withstand the increasing threat of wildfires.     


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