We’ve talked about hurricanes, and fortunately, haven’t had to deal with them much this year. However, flash flooding is a major issue with Hurricanes. Ask the folks up in Western North Carolina how significant flooding can be in the context of a Hurricane. The busiest part of hurricane season is August, which makes now an…
Last month we were warning about the coming hurricane season and sure enough, the weather changed like it always does in the Southeast. The second named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic season has arrived: Bertha. Fortunately for us, those spaghetti strands are all pointing west and not north or east. It looks like Louisiana,…
Hurricane season officially commenced on June 1, 2026. Binding moratoriums may be instituted as a result of storm activity. When put in place, binding moratoriums apply to new business, increases in coverage, and renewal business with a lapse in coverage when a potentially catastrophic or named storm is threatening to make landfall in the United…
Here are some tips on how to get ready for a hurricane or other storms. Generally, these are also good for ice storms. Both of which are common enough in Georgia. Before the Hurricane: Be sure to follow the local weather reports. Hurricanes are fickle creatures; they change directions and speed with almost no notice. …
With so many people working outside and the heat/humidity common in summer, it is a good idea to review some safety protocols.