
The Waffle House Index is an informal metric used by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to gauge the severity of natural disasters, particularly hurricanes. It’s based on the popular restaurant chain’s... Read more »

Protection against financial loss due to unforeseen events like earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires impacting residential properties is a critical aspect of homeownership. For example, if a flood damages a home’s foundation,... Read more »

A dwelling rendered uninhabitable by a catastrophic event, whether natural or man-made, typically exhibits severe structural damage, environmental contamination, or both. Examples include homes ravaged by fire, flood, earthquake, or explosions. Such... Read more »

Inflatable play structures, often used for recreational purposes, particularly by children, can, under specific circumstances, become involved in incidents resulting in injury or property damage. Such incidents may stem from a variety... Read more »

This informal metric gauges the impact of natural disasters, such as hurricanes and floods, on communities by assessing the operational status of a popular restaurant chain known for its resilience and 24/7... Read more »