Summary
Washington-area residents are attuned to wild summer rainstorms and the occasional winter blizzard, but this summer they were tested twice within one week by more unusual natural disasters for the region: an earthquake and a hurricane.
While the immediate focus after any major event is to make sure family and friends are safe, once the electrical power is restored, homeowners should assess any damage that may have resulted from Mother Nature's wrath.See the full content of this document
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Inspecting Home After Double Disasters
"Usually any damage from a hurricane or a tornado can be seen visually, since high winds are going to cause tree limbs to fall and perhaps cause roof tiles to loosen or come off," said Jesse Waltz, an engineer and owner of JES Foundation Repair in Manassas, Va.
"An earthquake may leave less o...See the full content of this document
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