Longbridge rises from the wreckage of the MG Rover closure

After the devastation of the MG Rover plant closure Longbridge is beginning to enjoy a new lease of life. The post Longbridge rises from the wreckage of the MG Rover closure appeared first on Property Week.

Bradford-on-Avon flood defence cancelled despite recent ‘devastation’ from Storm Bert

A permanent flood defence scheme for Bradford-on-Avon has been ruled out after a review found it financially unviable, officials have announced. The post Bradford-on-Avon flood defence cancelled despite recent ‘devastation’ from Storm Bert appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

LA fires: Loss estimate rises to $250bn as dangerous winds continue

As southern California braces for worsening wind conditions amid ongoing wildfire devastation, the estimated value of the total damage and economic loss has risen to between $250bn and $275bn, forecaster… The post LA fires: Loss estimate rises to $250bn as dangerous winds continue appeared first on Global Construction Review.

Valencia flooding | Engineering solutions could have saved lives

Better utilisation of engineering and modelling expertise in advance of the flash floods in eastern Spain over the past week could have reduced the devastation, engineers have told NCE. The post Valencia flooding | Engineering solutions could have saved lives appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Disaster Strikes: Understanding Damage Restoration Services

Disasters can strike without warning and leave behind immense devastation. The damage can often seem impossible, from burst pipes flooding basements to raging storms tearing off roofs. Fortunately, professional damage restoration services exist to tackle even the most daunting repair projects, provide expert guidance on working with insurance companies, and get properties back to pre-loss […] <p>The post Disaster Strikes: Understanding Damage Restoration Services first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>