Wim Laven: War vs. bridges
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Politicians have made poor decisions on spending priorities and we have made poor choices in politicians we elect.
Search Results for flooding
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New website explores how climate change will alter Virginia coast
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A new website and interactive map will let users see how rising seas, storm surge and expanding floodplains will affect their communities, providing a visual glimpse into how a changing climate will unfold across Hampton Roads.
Protect your homes, vehicles, other property against winter weather
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Winter weather can wreak havoc with your home, business, vehicles and other property, causing billions of dollars in insured and uninsured losses nationwide each year.
Youngkin declares state of emergency in advance of nor’easter
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Gov. Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency today in anticipation of a winter storm arriving tomorrow that will affect several regions of the Commonwealth.
How to find profitable investment property in Virginia
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Investing in rental property is far less volatile than trying to win at the stock market without insider information, but it too has its downsides.
Cold can be costly: Average claim for burst pipes in Virginia nearly $15K
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AAA Insurance claims filed by homeowners in Virginia approached almost $15,000 to cover damages caused by burst pipes.
How will homes of the future look, feel different with global warming?
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Recent data from the United Nations Environment Programme shows that construction and use of residential buildings accounts for 17 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Virginia announces $40 million in flood preparedness grants
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The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has announced the opening of the third grant round for the Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund.
Climate Action Alliance roundup of climate, energy news
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Here’s Climate Action Alliance of the Valley’s second December 2021 roundup.
Warm temperatures move more shrimp into Chesapeake Bay waters
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Large white shrimp — the kind that might star in a white-wine scampi — have been riding warmer waters into the Chesapeake Bay in growing numbers.
