Protecting Maryland Building Codes Makes Good Fiscal Sense

Governor's signing of a new law on May 16 prohibits weakening of wind provisions in Maryland building codes.

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Wildfires Burn More Than 8,000 Acres in Wisconsin

Ready, Set Go! program can help you prepare your home for wildfire season.

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IBHS Partners with National Center for Atmospheric Research on Improving Radar

NCAR is working to validate the first generation of dual-polarization products, which is an important upgrade for IBHS’ hail research.

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IBHS Stresses Importance of Building Codes as Part of National Building Safety Month

During Disaster Safety and Mitigation Week (May 13-19) – which is part of National Building Safety Month – the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) is touting the importance of state enactment and enforcement of modern building codes. “Severe weather events cause billions of dollars in property damage and economic losses every year,” [...]

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Deadly Texas Tornadoes

IBHS resources to help recover from Texas tornadoes outbreak and guidance for staying safe in tornadoes and hail storms.

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Build It Better Forum: Focus on resilience

Building science experts gather to discuss how to create resilience in communities.

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IBHS 2013 Hail Field Study

Updates from the IBHS Hail Field Study.

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National Building Safety Month – Emergency Preparedness Kit

Items that will help you survive after a disaster.

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National Building Safety Month – Where to Go When Disaster Strikes

Learn how to take shelter from the storm – whether at home or work.

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Sandy Among World’s Largest Displacement Events in 2012

Sandy forced 776,000 East Coast residents out of their homes last year.

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