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July 15, 2024

Hurricane Season in Houston: AI-Powered Disaster Recovery for Floods

Disaster relief organizations recognize their pivotal role in supporting communities during natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires. Hurricane season in Houston, Texas, presents a unique set of challenges. The Atlantic hurricane season, officially lasting from June 1 to November 30, brings a heightened risk of major hurricanes and tropical storms, often leading to devastating floods in the area. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) closely monitors weather patterns in the Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, and Eastern Pacific Ocean, issuing forecasts and warnings to help communities prepare. While hurricanes can cause significant damage, their heavy rainfall is often the most catastrophic consequence, considering Houston's unique geography. The city's network of bayous, creeks, and low-lying areas makes it particularly susceptible to flooding during hurricane season. Analyzing the case of Houston, we'll explore how disaster relief organizations can utilize AI technology to prepare for and...

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Armstrong News
January 13, 2023

Blue is the New Green: How Armstrong is Reducing Landfill Waste

Did you know that Americans generate almost 300 million tons of waste each year? That’s around five pounds of waste per person per day. And, since most of that waste isn’t recycled, it instead piles up in landfills around the nation. When landfills accumulate waste, it creates pollution, which in turn poses a threat to our environment and health. Despite the many warnings, news stories, reports and statistics we hear about the negative effects of pollution, waste generation shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, estimates show that municipal solid waste generation is expected to increase by approximately 70 percent by 2050. And what makes up the most significant percentage of overall municipal solid waste? Paper and paperboard. The good news? These biodegradable materials are ideal for recycling. To support corporate sustainability efforts and better protect our planet and its inhabitants, The Armstrong Company has committed to reducing their...

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