Entries by Hays Barrett

Wetlands as Mitigation Alternative

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Despite initial skepticism, communities in England are embracing natural mitigation alternatives to levees and flood walls by converting farmland back to wetlands. Read the full article for all the benefits.

Flood Insurance for my Car

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Do you need flood insurance for your car? The short answer is no because there is no such thing. Comprehensive coverage should take care of your losses however. If you are still making payments on your car then you likely already have this coverage. If not, talk to your insurance agent to determine if comprehensive […]

Building Regulations Save Lives

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Despite another massive earthquake in Chile, only a few people have been killed. Scientists are crediting the low death toll to strict building regulations that are designed to make properties better suited to survive their risk. Read more here. Image source http://www.infiniteunknown.net/category/global-news/.

NM Flood Hazards

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The NWS provides a list of the types of flood hazards that affect the US as part of their Flood Safety Awareness Week. In New Mexico we’re susceptible to Flash Flooding, River Flooding, Burn Scars/Debris Flows, Ice/Debris Jams, Snowmelt, Dry Wash and Dam Breaks/Levee Failures. Check our their website to learn more

History of NM Flooding

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The National Weather Service has a page dedicated to every state’s flood risk and history of significant flood events. New Mexico’s page includes floods from as long ago as 1941 to as recently as 2008. The NWS also has a page dedicated to monsoonal flooding here in New Mexico.