Category: Health & Safety

There are many ways to reinforce a home against wind damage — some are simple enough to DIY while others may require professional assistance.

Safety 101: What To Do If a Tree Falls On Your House During a Storm

5/11/2022 - By The Dekanski Home Selling Team. Do you know what you would do if a tree fell on your house? It's okay if you don't; no one likes to think about worst-case scenarios. However, thinking ahead and making plans can help you be as safe as possible in the unlikely… SEE MORE

Women on the Water: Kristen Frohnhoefer, President of Sea Tow

5/11/2022 - Kristen Frohnhoefer, President of Sea Tow joins Anastasia Fischer, President of US Harbors for our "Women on the Water" video series. As Kirsten says, she learned to bleed Sea Tow yellow at a young age. With more than 25 years of experience, she is a wealth of information when it… SEE MORE

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Boating and Water Safety 101

5/5/2022 - A few simple safety precautions can make all the difference on the water. In addition to checking the tides and weather you'll encounter, read our tips below for a quick water safety refresh. Children and Inexperienced Swimmers Should Always Wear a Life Vest Be sure to choose a Coast Guard… SEE MORE

Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30th.

Tips for Being Prepared in Advance of a Hurricane or Tropical Storm

5/1/2022 - The best time to prepare for a hurricane is before hurricane season begins. It is vital to understand your home's vulnerability to storm surge, flooding, and wind. Here is your checklist of things to do in advance of hurricane season. Know your zone: Do you live near the Gulf or Atlantic… SEE MORE

April 2022 – News from Our Coasts

4/27/2022 - NEWS & UPDATES FOR APRIL Updates from US Harbors Harbor News Updates from Our Partners Upcoming Events Updates from Our Coastal Community Photos of the Month We are one week into our search for the BEST HARBOR in the US! Each year millions of users around the country have a… SEE MORE

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Maine’s First Boating License Law Would Go into Effect in 2024

4/20/2022 - By Samantha Hogan. Most boaters under age 25 will be required to pass an education and safety course before January 2024 to operate on Maine’s lakes and rivers because of a bill passed by the state Legislature this year. Maine is an outlier among states by currently not requiring boating… SEE MORE

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Earthquake Reported Off Oregon Coast

4/20/2022 - PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An earthquake shook off the Oregon coast Tuesday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey. The 4.0 magnitude quake was recorded at 5:43 a.m, about 120 miles (193 kilometers) west of Bandon, KOIN-TV reported. In the last three weeks, eight small earthquakes have been recorded in the… SEE MORE

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Spring Nor’easter Could Dump an Inch of Rain on the Five Boroughs

4/18/2022 - By Gwynne Hogan. Torrential rain, coastal flooding and powerful winds are expected to batter the tri-state area Monday night. Meteorologists predict a fast-moving storm will dump more than an inch of rain across the region starting after 8 p.m. Monday night, through early Tuesday morning. A coastal flood advisory is in effect, and low-lying,… SEE MORE

FWC to Meet May 3 and 4 in Gainesville

4/18/2022 - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person May 3-4 at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, 1714 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL 32607. The meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. ET each day and is open to the public. The FWC is committed to providing opportunity… SEE MORE

What New Boaters Need to Know: The Best of Boating 101

4/16/2022 - Now that summer is just around the corner and social distancing rules are being lifted across the country, we can't wait to safely hit the water this summer! We've collected some of our most important boating and safety articles for a quick refresh before you leave the dock. This SPRING… SEE MORE