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Case Study: Saucon Valley Country & Golf Club — Bethlehem, PA

Saucon Valley Country Club/Golf Course evaluated multiple flood protection systems and decided to purchase 300ft of Mayim MB2 Barriers. The 300ft of protection is positioned along the bank of the creek whenever heavy rainfall is expected. These flood barriers are able to stop water in its tracks and redirect it away from the sensitive greens and other areas of the golf course.

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The Top 5 States Most at Risk of Flooding

Most believe that only a few states in the U.S. run the risk of flooding. In the last 5 years every one of the 50 continental United States has experienced at least one significant flooding event. Flood risks do not just associate themselves with the coastal areas of the country. The rise in swelling rivers, bursting dams or even the failure of city infrastructure can cause flooding.

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Hurricanes: How Do They Form?

The frequency and severity of hurricanes is increasing as each year passes. Understanding how these super storms form allows us to better prepare for the effects they have on our communities, homes and businesses. With hurricane season rapidly approaching, Garrison is here to help you find the best products that fit your protection needs. Feel free to contact us and we can start immediately.

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Flood Preparedness: 3 Ways To Stay Protected

In order to become an expert on flood preparedness, it is important to understand the threat your property is up against. Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the world. Flood damage affects all 50 United States all throughout the calendar year. In fact, when it comes to severe storms such as hurricanes, the majority of the damage is primarily flood damage.

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Hydrology of a Flood

Greater urbanization, combined with global warming, has led to an increase in flooding and flash flooding. How do we compete with increased flooding? Preparedness.

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The Water Cycle

The rise in global temperature has one of the most significant impacts on the water cycle. It causes a greater capacity for air moisture, which leads to greater amounts and frequency of precipitation. These precipitation increases, combined with ill-preparedness for extreme weather, leave our world vulnerable to the destructive and catastrophic damage caused by flooding.

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Types of Floods

A flood is an overflow of water that causes a usually dry area of land to be submerged.  Floods cause property damage, when they penetrate buildings or structures, or damage equipment or property that is in the path of the flooding (ie. Roads, landscaping, cars, etc). 

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