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🌀 2024 Hurricane Season is Projected to Be "Abnormally Busy" NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration 🌊 outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which spans from June 1 to November 30, predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal season. NOAA is forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms during the 2024 Hurricane Season. As the weather becomes more extreme and unpredictable, it's even more important to have a plan in place to protect your property and it's infrastructure, including the elevators. While most people know to protect exteriors against driving rain and high winds, elevators are often overlooked during storm preparations. As storm after storm churns toward the East Coast, building owners in high-risk areas should prepare a Storm checklist for their elevators before troubled waters begin to rise. We may just be entering hurricane season, but the chaos from the storms are sure to cause inevitable power fluctuations, resulting in energy disruptions and major equipment malfunctions. When the power goes out don't get stuck in the dark, ensure that your property's elevators are protected. As one of the top elevator companies in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Florida, Liberty Elevator understands that our customers have unique needs and offers our clients the freedom to choose. Whether choosing a customized elevator maintenance program, installing nonproprietary equipment, or providing a flexible agreement, Liberty Elevator Corporation Elevator provides knowledgeable recommendations for various models and vintages of elevator equipment. To make sure your elevator rides the storm out safely, contact Liberty Elevator today, before the next major storm is on the horizon. 🌐 Learn More About Hurricane Protection: https://lnkd.in/eUyQX8w #huricaneseason2024 #assetprotection #elevators #elevatormaintenance #stormresponse #libertyelevator  

🌀 2024 Hurricane Season is Projected to Be "Abnormally Busy" NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration 🌊 outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, which spans from June 1 to November 30, predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal season. NOAA is forecasting a range of 17 to 25 total named storms during the 2024 Hurricane Season. As the weather becomes more extreme and unpredictable, it's even more important to have a plan in place to protect your property and it's infrastructure, including the elevators. While most people know to protect exteriors against driving rain and high winds, elevators are often overlooked during storm preparations. As storm after storm churns toward the East Coast, building owners in high-risk areas should prepare a Storm checklist for their elevators before troubled waters begin to rise. We may just be entering hurricane season, but the chaos from the storms are sure to cause inevitable power fluctuations, resulting in energy disruptions and major equipment malfunctions. When the power goes out don't get stuck in the dark, ensure that your property's elevators are protected. As one of the top elevator companies in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Florida, Liberty Elevator understands that our customers have unique needs and offers our clients the freedom to choose. Whether choosing a customized elevator maintenance program, installing nonproprietary equipment, or providing a flexible agreement, Liberty Elevator Corporation provides knowledgeable recommendations for various models and vintages of elevator equipment. To make sure your elevator rides the storm out safely, contact Liberty Elevator today, before the next major storm is on the horizon. 🌐 Learn More About Hurricane Protection: https://lnkd.in/dCHpJGy #huricaneseason2024 #assetprotection #elevators #elevatormaintenance #stormresponse #libertyelevator

Yesterday, the day after a tropical storm passed through, I spent time prospecting and speaking with new clients. During our conversations, I discovered that some of them did not have a current hurricane plan with their landscaping service. We cannot stress the importance of this enough! Thankfully, the storm did not hit North Florida too hard. However, to be prepared for future storms, especially if they are worse, follow these steps: 1. Make a disaster plan and pre-authorize storm clean-up. 2. Trim your trees. 3. Address drainage issues. 4. Stake young trees and plants. https://lnkd.in/eZE5UVNe

🌀 Is your business prepared for the upcoming hurricane season? 🌪️ Have you considered how environmental impacts on your business partners might affect you? Stay ahead and be proactive. Learn more about preparing your business by visiting: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g4bDQN5q #HurricanePreparedness #BusinessSafety #StayReady

Tropical Update 9/8/2024 Things have been anomalously quiet in the Atlantic for weeks since Ernesto became a post-tropical cyclone on August 20th. In fact, the last time the Atlantic basin was this quiet climatologically during the most active three-week period of the hurricane season (8/20- 9/9) was 1968, so 56 years!  However, if you’re a daily watcher of the NHC extended outlook on their home page, you will notice that this quiet period could be changing. Now, the NHC has updated the chances of a tropical system developing in the Bay of Campeche and lifting northward towards the Gulf Coast at 80% in the next two days and 90% in the next seven days. This means we might have a new named storm, Francine, on the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane season, September 10th. This system in the Bay of Campeche bears watching, as the curved coastline can help consolidate disturbances; we saw this happen with Beryl already this year as it intensified northward. We know the water temperatures are plenty warm as well.  The ECMWF ensembles are developing more aggressively, and the ensemble members that stay offshore and over warmer water longer have a stronger storm developing. This is a very similar situation to Beryl earlier this season.  A handful of the 51 members now have a weak Category 1 hurricane tracking to Louisiana by Thursday this week (Less than 5% chance at hurricane).  Most other models keep the system below hurricane strength (45% chance of tropical storm). Regardless, at this time, if the forecast holds, this will be mainly a big rainmaker for the southern U.S. during the latter half of the coming week and a manageable event for the insurance industry.  The heaviest rain will fall across parts of Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, and the Florida Panhandle on the east side of the circulation. Besides the Gulf of Mexico areas, two other regions of the Central Atlantic could see development by this weekend. If they develop and strengthen, both should stay east of Bermuda, but let's see how the forecast unfolds, as this is a plus-day way. #TropicalUpdate #HurricaneSeason #Insurance #Reinsurance BMS Group

🌀 Brace yourselves: Experts predict a record-breaking hurricane season ahead! 🌀 As a resident of South Florida, this time of year is to prepare for storm season. CSU forecasts up to 23 storms, with 11 possibly becoming hurricanes. Florida and the East Coast are at high risk, with a 75% chance of a major hurricane hitting eastern Florida. With warming waters and the shift from El Niño to La Niña, the stakes are higher than ever. It's crucial to prepare for significant impacts. Stay informed and ready for what's to come. #HurricaneSeason #Insurance #WeatherForecast #RiskManagement

After hurricane Beryl, we understand that many of you may be dealing with severe tree damage and the need to assess and repair your landscape lighting. Here are some important steps to help you handle damaged trees and lighting fixtures: 1️⃣ Inspect trees for hanging lighting: Take a close look at your trees to identify any lights that may have become dislodged or are hanging due to tree damage. If you notice any issues, give us a call, and our expert team will assist you in reattaching the tree mounted downlights. 2️⃣ Relocation of lights: If a tree needs to be removed because it was severely damaged, we are here to help. Our team can relocate the conduit at the base of the tree and lights to another tree in the area, ensuring your landscape lighting remains intact and functional. 3️⃣ System check for longevity: After a storm passes, it’s always a good idea to conduct a proper system check. This check helps ensure the longevity and optimal functionality of your landscape lighting system. If you need assistance with this, we are just a phone call away. Our team of experts is ready to provide you with the necessary support and guidance during this post-hurricane recovery period. We understand the importance of maintaining a well-lit and beautiful landscape, and we are here to help you every step of the way. Give us a call today! 713.691.0500 #HurricaneRecovery #HurricaneBeryl #Houston #TreeDamage #LandscapeLighting #ProfessionalAssistance

Tropical Update 11/12/2024 All good stories need an epic ending, and it appears that Hurricane Rafael wasn’t good enough as it faded away in the Central Gulf Of Mexico on Sunday, Nov 10th.  The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane season might end with yet one more hurricane, Sara, by this weekend and into next week. Could this be that epic story ending storm? It is expected that this next named storm, Sara, will develop in the same general areas as Rafael, but this time, instead of heading into the Central Gulf of Mexico, there is a better chance of Florida impacts.  As we approach mid-November, Mother Nature is providing a mix of tropical weather with polar air from a potent trough over the Central U.S. This trough will likely provide critical steering currents for this next named storm. This would force any tropical troubles east northeast into Cuba or Florida, preventing any tropical trouble from going north into the Gulf of Mexico like Rafael. The key to the forecast might be just how close any tropical development occurs to Central America. If the developing system stays north of Nicaragua / Honduras, there is a better chance of it recurving between impacting Cuba, Yucatan, and maybe even Florida. At the time of recurving, it will have a favorable upper level of venting to support strengthening. This all depends on whether any circulation can develop north of Central America. Right now chance of a hurricane into Florida are 15%, but increasing with every model run it seem. BMS Group #TropicalUpdate #HurricaneSeason #Insurance #Reinsurance

Summer is heating up.. stay ready, so you don’t have to get ready. Oh great, another hurricane season is upon us in southwest Florida. As if property management wasn't joyous enough with the constant sunshine and humidity, now we've got to deal with the high winds and rain. So, listen up! It's time to get your commercial properties ready unless you enjoy throwing money out of broken windows. First things first: get a roofer out there to inspect your roofs before the storm hits. Why? Because unless you have some secret desire to see your roof fly off to Oz, it's better to catch any issues early. Let's not forget about after the storm either—assuming there’s anything left to inspect. You'll want a professional up there making sure your roof is still doing its job which, last I checked, was keeping the outside out. Now let's talk hurricane preparation—or as I like to call it, common sense 101. Secure all loose items because flying debris is only cool in action movies. Check those gutters and downspouts; they should be as clear as your conscience on a good day. And for crying out loud, make sure your backup generators are working unless you plan on turning your property into an expensive candlelit venue. Don't forget about interior preps either. Backup data files—because if you think telling tenants their data is gone with the wind will go over well, think again—and move valuable equipment away from windows and doors. And finally, review that disaster plan one more time. If it’s been gathering dust on a shelf somewhere, it’s as useful as a chocolate teapot in this heat. In summary: Hurricane preparation isn’t just roofing—it’s making sure that when Mother Nature throws her tantrum, your property doesn’t curl up into the fetal position and cry itself into oblivion. Roof repair and inspection are paramount because let's face it; without a solid roof overhead, you might as well be outdoors. So get moving! There’s no prize for procrastination here... except maybe a flooded office and a sky-high repair bill. #hurricanePreparation #roofing #propertyManagement #roofRepair #roofInspection