Storms are an expected part of spring and summer weather for most of the United States. When those storms turn severe, high winds, hail, and tornados can often wreak havoc. Even though storms are a normal part of weather in the US, you may have noticed that 2015 had some strange and extreme weather. What […]
#1 – World’s Largest Lit Tree As of November 27th, the world is shining a little bit brighter thanks to a new record-setting Christmas display. David Richards of Canberra, Australia set the new record for largest display of lights on an artificial Christmas tree. According to Guinness World Records, the tree has 518,838 lights and […]
Winter weather is in full force for much of the country, including the Midwest. Snow and ice may make for beautiful scenery, but they can cause major headaches for drivers. Whether you’re driving around town or taking a road trip, accidents can happen when you least expect them. Keep these important safety items in your […]
Have you ever wondered how many pounds of turkey are consumed in America on Thanksgiving? We’ve compiled some interesting Thanksgiving facts for you to share… Thanksgiving Day Parade Facts The first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in New York City in 1924 and was originally known as Macy’s Christmas Parade—to signify the launch of […]
Cooler temperatures have arrived, the leaves have changed, and with Thanksgiving only days away, people across the nation are prepping for the holiday season. While you are planning the Thanksgiving menu and post-dinner football game plays, it’s important to remember a few fire safety facts and tips to keep everyone safe. Thanksgiving is the leading […]
Black Friday is no doubt the most anticipated shopping day of the year. Shoppers across the nation will be visiting retailers large and small in search of bargains on the year’s top gifts. In fact, BlackFriday.com reported that more than 200 million people will shop in stores and online during Black Friday. While this day […]
The PLRB Adjusters Conference is known for being the premier educational event for claims service providers across the nation. This year, two of the industry’s top leaders came together to offer a valuable training seminar at the 2015 Central Region Conference in September. David Hausch, AIC, of Hausch & Company, and Marcos Cancio, ESQ, of […]
It’s Fire Prevention Week! Every year in the month October, The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) designates a week to promote fire prevention in observance of the Great Chicago Fire that tragically killed more than 250 people, destroyed over 17,400 structures, burned more than 2,000 acres, and took 2 days to put out. The historic […]
The Farmer’s Almanac is reporting that this season’s fall foliage may be one of the most colorful on record. Below we’ve mapped out the peak fall color show from coast-to-coast and have highlighted a few destinations that may be worth taking a road trip to capture the colorful view. The highlighted destinations include: Rangeley Lakes […]
When destructive storms occur, understanding the extent of the damage and where it occurred can help expedite the resolution of claims following a storm. The NOAA Storm Prediction Center / Storm Reports details tornado, hail and wind storms on Google maps—pinpointing the exact location and time of recorded events. This tool is free and provides […]