Upcoming Webinars Save the date for the next Cleanfax webinars: Aug. 27 Sept. 24 Oct. 29 The Consumer Tech Effect Beyond Written Tests AI Breathes New Life into Legacy Learning Content Nov. 19 Dec. 16 Training for the TikTok Generation Coaching for Confidence To watch previous Cleanfax webinars on demand, go to: cleanfax.com/webinars FLOODING RISKS HIGHER THAN PREVIOUSLY THOUGHT The number of buildings threatened by flooding in the U.S. could be higher than previously thought, according to a new study published in the journal Earth’s Future. The study focused on North Carolina and found 43% of flooded buildings in the state between 1996 and 2020 were located outside the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Special Flood Hazard Area. The agency predicts Special Flood Hazard Areas that have a 1% risk of flooding each year, and flood insurance is mandatory for buildings located in these areas. The researchers stated that the study highlights the importance of simulating flood events beyond those that cause the most damage and receive the most attention from governments, media, and researchers. A database of flood maps can also be used to better understand how flood exposure, vulnerability, and risk change over time. Experts told NBC News that with access to the right data sources, databases like the one described in the study could be developed nationwide. Currently, FEMA’s maps are the primary source nationally for identifying flood-prone areas and buildings that require insurance. Heyman, medical director of Integrative Medicine at The George Washington University and expert in environmental medicine and mold-related illness. “We cannot ask service members to deploy while their families are falling ill in their own homes. Patients are being treated for mold-related illnesses while still exposed to the source. The Level Four Protocol finally gives remediation professionals a clear path forward.” NORMI’s Level Four Protocol adheres to the IICRC S-520 Standard of care while taking several additional steps. It provides a roadmap for: • Assessing mold in homes where occupants are experiencing chronic symptoms. • Ensuring proper containment, cleaning, and decontamination. • Restoring environments to a state that promotes wellness and occupant safety. SCAN FOR FREE TRAINING VIDEOS FREE INFO: Reader Service 204 at Cleanfax.com/freeinfo FALL 2025 cleanfax.com | 5
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