Sr. Research Specialist and Resilience Director, Dr. Laura Myers discusses the impending cold weather and school closures. wbrc.com/2025/01/17/exp…

#DidYouKnow: A recent Center for Risk and Insurance Research study found that after Hurricane Sally, #FORTIFIED homes were 70% less likely to have an #insurance claim than a typically built home? Gabriela Aoun Angueira of The Associated Press dives into the full report: apnews.com/article/alabam…

We are proud to support a new EDF + Cornell University report that highlights how state residual insurance programs can deploy a toolbox of smart incentives to drive loss reduction. 🔖 Read the report: edf.org/driving-loss-r…

As climate risks rise, state-run insurance “markets of last resort” face pressure. EDF + Cornell University highlight how state residual insurance programs can deploy a toolbox of smart incentives to drive loss reduction. library.edf.org/AssetLink/v7l0…

Are you insured for a hurricane? Keep in mind that standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover flooding, and flood insurance requires a 30-day waiting period! Find coverage at floodsmart.gov #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong

FORTIFIED homes stood strong during Hurricane Sally—saving AL homeowners & insurers $$ in damage & claims. With over 52K certified homes, Alabama leads the nation in building resilience. Find out more at: epicenterinsights.com/fortified-roof…

At the Alabama Broadcasters Association Conference, Dr. Laura Myers & partners highlighted how media + government partnerships are vital for preparation & recovery in a state often hit by severe weather

An Alabama program paid homeowners to fortify their roofs. It paid off. Listed to CRIR Director Lars Powell discuss Hurricane Sally research on FORTIFIED Roof™ standards with Climate Connections yaleclimateconnections.org/2025/08/An-Ala…

August is National Emergency Management Awareness Month. Thank you to the dedicated professionals whose expertise, compassion, and tireless work protect lives and help communities recover and rebuild with hope.

Twenty-five years ago, Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. Today, we honor the strength of survivors, the memory of those we lost, and the enduring spirit of recovery and resilience.

USF’s Jennifer Collins is leading research on a new hurricane severity scale that factors in surge & rainfall. UA’s Dr. Laura Myers calls the work “rigorous” and says it could help people make better, life-saving decisions before storms. tampabay.com/hurricane/2025…

How can we build homes + communities that stand strong against stronger storms? Join Lars Powell Sept. 17, 1–2 PM EDT for SAFE, HEALTHY, AND RESILIENT HOMES with experts from CRIR, Alabama Resilience Council, Rebuild by Design + more. Watch online brookings.edu/events/safe-he…

🏠 #DidYouKnow after Hurricane Sally, #FORTIFIED homes were 70% less likely to have an insurance claim than typically built homes? In the latest episode of the Disaster Discussions Podcast, we dive into these results from Center for Risk and Insurance Research's recent study, comparing traditional

CRIR Director Lars Powell highlighted Alabama’s leadership in resilience on the Climate & Insurance panel at the State Insurance Trades Association conference in Boston.

FORTIFIED works - and the data proves it. ✅ A recent study by the Center for Risk and Insurance Research that analyzed 40,000 properties affected by #HurricaneSally found if all homes had been built to FORTIFIED Home™– Gold, homeowners would have saved $34.6 million in deductibles. Discover how

Proud to have CRIR Director, Lars Powell, represent the Center for Risk and Insurance Research at #In2Risk25 in a key discussion on resilience and innovation. Register today at in2risk.org/event/39a807a0…

Dr. Lars Powell will testify before the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, and Community Development on “Innovation in U.S. Housing: Solutions and Policies for America’s Future" 🗓️ Oct. 21 | 10 a.m. ET 🎥 Tune in live: banking.senate.gov/hearings/innov…

How can we protect our homes from hurricanes? CRIR Director Lars Powell & ALDOI Commissioner Mark Fowlder discuss the Hurricane Sally study & the #FORTIFIED Homes program to build stronger, safer communities. Listen: lnkd.in/eDgaHpp8 | Spotify: lnkd.in/eP8kaYBm

ARIA President Lars Powell shares his vision for a new RMI Program Review Service, first introduced at the 2025 World Risk and Insurance Economics Congress. aria.org/assets/Newslet…

Severe weather can strike fast. ⚡ Feb 2–6, 2026 is Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Now’s the time to have a plan. Be prepared. Stay safe. #SevereWeatherPreparedness #WeatherReady