According to the United States Geological Survey, earthquakes have grown in both frequency and intensity in recent years, with a notable increase of 10 annually worldwide. This trend underscores the…
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FEMA Releases Climate Adaptation Planning Guidance
FEMA's Guide provides emergency managers with tools to enhance their climate resilience through planning strategies and best practices
Last month, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) published the Climate Adaption Planning: Guidance for Emergency Managers to help state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) emergency managers integrate climate adaptation…
Celebrating the Retirement of Ed Wirtschoreck and Welcoming New Leadership Within the Code Council
The Code Council invites you to congratulate Wirtschoreck on his retirement and join us in welcoming Tubbs and Stenger to their new roles.
The International Code Council would like to acknowledge the retirement of our esteemed colleague Ed Wirtschoreck, Director of Codes. Wirtschoreck has devoted three decades of his career to the Code…
Stay Safe at Home: 9 Expert Tips from Building Safety Professionals
Everyone knows the basics of home maintenance, but there are several less obvious hazards that could put people and property at risk.
There are countless ways homeowners and renters can safeguard themselves against hazards and mitigate risks to life and property. These measures can be as straightforward as ensuring the functionality of…
Cloud-based Technology Delivers a Seamless Workflow for Plan Reviews and Inspections in Southeast Ohio
Discover how Municity streamlines plan reviews, inspections and approvals anytime, anywhere, even in remote areas.
When the Southeast Ohio Building Department (SEOBD) faced significant financial decisions to keep its code enforcement and community development software program in service, new Chief Building Official (CBO) Rick Dostal had to…
U.S. President Proclaims May 2024 as National Building Safety Month
For the fourth year in a row, United States President Joe Biden proclaimed May 2024 as National Building Safety Month.
For the fourth year in a row, United States President Joe Biden proclaimed May 2024 as National Building Safety Month. President Biden’s Building Safety Month proclamation recognizes the professionals who…
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