The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on June 1, but early forecasts are already signaling an above-average year for tropical activity—especially along the U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast.
Continue readingUnderstanding The Economic Impact of Flooding
Flooding is one of the most destructive natural disasters, with billions in annual damages to homes, infrastructure, and businesses across the United States.
Continue readingTiger Dam Training Ahead of Possible Spring Flooding in Okanagan-Similkameen
On March 29, a tiger dam training session was held on sməlqmíx-syilx territory at the Chopaka Bridge. Representatives from the Upper Similkameen Indian Band, Village of Keremeos and Keremeos Volunteer Fire Department, Hedley Fire Department, Town of Oliver and Thompson-Nicola Regional District all participated alongside RDOS and LSIB in a full day of training.
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