City & Local

Disaster Recovery

4 articles

A powerful storm with lightning striking a damaged power line tower, with a flooded town in the background, symbolizing the impact of severe weather on utility infrastructure.
Community

Severe Weather's Billions-Dollar Toll on US Utility Infrastructure Resilience

In 2022 alone, the United States endured 18 severe weather calamities that collectively cost $17.

Derek Molina·July 16, 2026
ServiceMaster Restore Review: Is Their 24/7 Water Damage Service in Stoneham, MA Worth It?
Business Spotlights

ServiceMaster Restore Review: Is Their 24/7 Water Damage Service in Stoneham, MA Worth It?

This article provides a review of ServiceMaster Restore's 24/7 water damage services in Stoneham, MA, examining their credentials, process, and preparedness. It highlights their IICRC certified technicians and multi-step approach to emergency restoration, from assessment to water extraction.

Sponsored·June 22, 2026
Dark, stormy sky with lightning over the Chicago skyline, with damaged buildings in the foreground, symbolizing severe weather after tornadoes.
Best in City

Chicago braces for severe weather after strong tornadoes hit Illinois

Over 150,000 customers across northern and central Illinois and northwest Indiana lost power on June 11, 2026, after severe storms swept through the region.

Hannah Pierce·June 15, 2026
Diverse volunteers collaborating to rebuild a community, symbolizing hope and the strength of collective action in disaster recovery.
Community

Supporting local volunteers sustains community resilience

In Central Texas, researchers at Texas State University are now studying the emotional and mental health of disaster recovery volunteers.

Derek Molina·April 27, 2026