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🔥 Hawaii's Wildfires: A Devastating Cycle 🔥 Did you know that wildfires in Hawaii are being fueled not just by dry vegetation, but by the very homes in their paths? As the climate crisis intensifies, this overlooked factor is exacerbating the destruction. But there's hope. The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety - IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home research program—the first of its kind and based on years of research—provides a designation, enabling homeowners to take proactive measures for their homes and yards to protect against wildfire. It’s time to rethink our approach to building and land management to safeguard our communities. Learn more about this crucial issue and how we can build resilience: https://lnkd.in/eikrbXGk #HawaiiWildfires #WildfirePreparedHome #Resilience #WildfirePrevention #DisasterManagement

👀🔄ICYMI: In our latest BuildStrong #Briefing, we emphasize that effective disaster #resilience and #recovery require more than just immediate action—they demand informed, strategic, and evidence-based approaches. 🧠🔍 Research is at the core of everything we do. By leveraging our partners' cutting-edge studies, data-driven insights, and expert analysis, we shape our priorities, initiatives, and policy #advocacy to address the evolving challenges of disaster management. 🌍📊 This Brief highlights pivotal research from Headwaters Economics, supported by California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), and Pew Research Center. We also explore the latest #OpEd from Dr. Daniel Kaniewski on financial resilience. 💡💪 And don't miss the Call for Proposals for the NFPA Conference & Expo are due September 9! #DisasterResilience #Policy #Research #BuildStrong #EMGTwitter

BuildStrong America is thrilled to support Representative Max Miller (OH-07) and House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Chairman Frank Lucas's introduction of H.R. 9219, the Weather Data Taxpayer Protection Act. As the nation faces more costly #extreme #weather events and #historic #inflation, this legislation ensures that weather models purchased with federal taxpayer dollars can accurately assess weather risk. #WeatherData #TaxpayerProtection #weathermodels #taxdollars

In partnership with ResCon International, BuildStrong America invites you to join a #free webinar on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM ET (2:00 PM CT / 12:00 PM PT). In the face of increasing natural hazards and extreme climate impacts, understanding the intersection of #insurance and #resilience has never been more critical. Don't miss this opportunity to get all the answers you need to bolster your community's resilience! Expert panel includes Dale Porfilio from the Insurance Information Institute, Leslie Chapman-Henderson from Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), and Kelly Hereid from Liberty Mutual Insurance. Moderated by BuildStrong's own Natalie Enclade. Register below to get your login information!

👈🎉 Happy National Left Handers Day! 👈🎉 To all our fellow lefties out there, today's your time to shine! Let's celebrate our knack for making right-handed tools work, mastering the art of smudged handwriting, and navigating a right-handed world like pros. Raise your left hand high and show us your best left-handed victory pose! #LeftHandersDay #SouthpawPride

🌟✨ Happy International Youth Day! ✨🌟 Today, we celebrate the boundless energy, creativity, and #resilience of our young leaders! There are many #resources to empower the next generation to be prepared for anything that comes their way. From natural hazards to emergencies, FEMA's youth preparedness materials equip young minds with the knowledge and skills to stay safe and help their communities thrive. Let's inspire our youth to be proactive, resilient, and ready for whatever challenges lie ahead. https://www.ready.gov/kids #InternationalYouthDay #FEMAPreparedness #youthprep

🎉🐻 Happy 80th Birthday, Smokey Bear! 🎉 Today, we celebrate the legendary forest guardian who has taught us all the importance of fire safety and protecting our beautiful wildlands. For eight decades, Smokey has been a symbol of prevention, reminding us that "Only YOU can prevent wildfires!" Did you know The Smokey Bear campaign’s mascot was an actual bear rescued from a wildfire? Join us in honoring this iconic figure who has inspired generations to care for our forests and wildlife by sharing your Smokey Fun Fact below! 🌲🔥 #HappyBirthdaySmokey #OnlyYou #FireSafety #WildlifeConservation

As our nation faces more costly and extreme weather events, we applaud Representatives Max Miller and Frank Lucas on introducing the Weather Data Protection Act. Private vendors have been developing innovative weather models, but these models aren't always tested for reliability. This legislation ensures that weather models purchased with federal taxpayer dollars can accurately assess weather risk and account for how data inputs interact. Improved weather predictions and accurate data will not only benefit businesses and governments at all levels, but will make our communities safer and more prepared. See our full statement: https://lnkd.in/eBxGUt9N

BuildStrong America is proud to partner with our board member, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association to #advocate for the implementation of the Wildland Fire Commission's #built environment recommendations. The report's key theme, supporting #collaboration, is something we strive for everyday. If your organization wants to learn more or get involved in advancing these recommendations, reach out to us at [email protected]. #bettertogether #wildfire #resilience

In the face of increasing #naturalhazards and #extremeweather, understanding the intersection of insurance and resilience has never been more critical. 🌪️🌧️ Join ResCon, BuildStrong America, Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), Insurance Information Institute, and Liberty Mutual Insurance for an engaging webinar that will delve into the fundamentals of insurance and explore how it plays a pivotal role in enhancing community resilience. 🏘️💪 Rest assured, all your questions will be answered, whether live or via email post-event, guaranteeing you leave with a comprehensive understanding. ✅📬 Don’t miss this opportunity to get all the answers you need to bolster your community's resilience! 🛡️🏡 📅 Thursday, August 15th at 3:00pm ET 📍 Register below #Resilience #Insurance #CommunityStrength #ClimateChange #DisasterPreparedness #CROWebinar #BuildStrong