http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/levees levees Articles from ArticleSnatch.com Rss Follow Up Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:48:27 -0500 Emergency management is the strategic organizational processes of countering the occurrence or the impacts of hazard risks which are potential of causing catastrophes or disasters on assets. In this case, assets are categorized as economic, cultural, non-living as well as living things. The human society is prone to a wide variety of hazards which are either human-made or natural. It is of great importance to note that, hazards of any nature, either natural or man made, small or huge leads to significant destruction on human wellbeing as well as destruction of property. Some of the hazards like floods, world fires, earthquakes, and train cracks among other accidents lead to severe damages. Visit for more disaster planning Carter (1992) indicated that emergency management is a strategic process that resides in the executive level of an organization, rather than being a tactical process. In this case, the concept of emergence management entails all process of ensuring integration of emergency plans as well as coordinating all functions of organizations towards realization of a common goal. With regard to the ideas of Carter (1992), emergency management entails the combination of the efforts of all levels of an organization in realization of the common goals.disaster planning]]> emergency kit]]> survival gear]]> sSurvival k]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/-Emergency-And-Disaster-Planning-And-Management/3664713 Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:33:48 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/-Emergency-And-Disaster-Planning-And-Management/3664713 Slurry walls have been used for decades to impede groundwater flow and to prevent earthen walls from collapsing during the excavation of building foundations and underground structures. More recently, slurry walls and trenches have been used to stabilize dams and levees. They're also used to contain contaminated ground water at designated Superfund sites and landfills, and to stabilize and protect water treatment systems. In all of these examples, slurry walls are used to either divert or impede groundwater flow and contamination. How Slurry Walls Are Constructed The first step in building a slurry barrier wall is to create a shallow trench using digging rigs. This trench is then back-filled with a liquid or slurry that temporarily provides support for the trench walls so that they do not collapse. Once the shallow trench has been filled with slurry, the excavation of additional earth can continue and more slurry is then added as needed. When the desired depth is achieved, cement is pumped into the bottom of the trench. This displaces the slurry mixture, which is pumped out and reused as needed.biopolymer mixer]]> biopolymer]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/All-About-Slurry-Walls-And-Biopolymer-Trenches/3662997 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 06:50:00 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/All-About-Slurry-Walls-And-Biopolymer-Trenches/3662997 Remember hurricane Katrina, well according to a report done by American Society of Civil Engineering, some of the flood gates that made up the levees protecting New Orleans were not even closed and 53 of them broke due to multiple failures. So in summation basically all of New Orleans was unprepared. Not to say they deserved anything that happened to them, but you got to wonder, if they had been less hung-over from all that Mardi Gras they may have been a little more capable of dealing with a stage five hurricane blasting through their city. Then again maybe hurricanes are going to destroy city flood gates no matter what, and instead of saying it is the city's fault for not being prepared you may have to say it was the individuals' fault. Yes each and every tarot reader, psychic, or voodooist that spent the months before telling tourists that they need to watch out because a storm was coming should have looked in the mirror for a second to give themselves a reading. All though, a word of advice, performing voodoo in a mirror can cause some pretty harmful reflexive magic with severe consequences, so probably, don't do that.Preparedness]]> foods]]> health]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Being-Prepared-As-A-Family/3600931 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:36:10 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Being-Prepared-As-A-Family/3600931 Like every person who believes in the American Dream of freshly painted, white-picket fenced yards, shiny automobiles, and swimming pools, we all have some notion for what it might mean to have the best of all possible lives. There's no doubting that new homes have become the symbol of what it means to be fully immersed in the status game, with everyone seeking their own version for success and healthy living. Just the smell of new homes, with their recently laid carpets and perfectly coiffed lawns, is enough to give a person the feeling of comfort and security. Think of the misfortune for what it means to be homeless, and the flipside of that coin would be the fortunate few who have an opportunity to build or purchase a house that has never been occupied. What a great place to begin your life, with the pleasurable comforts and amenities of a uniquely designed and freshly occupied residence, all perfect for the individual who needs, wants, and deserves the best out of life.huntsville new homes]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-American-Dream-Of-New-Homes-And-Good-Living/3595655 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:13:04 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-American-Dream-Of-New-Homes-And-Good-Living/3595655 United Country Bonnette Auction Company announces the auction 8,029 acres in Hackberry, La., on Thursday, December 15, 2011, at 1pm CST, according to Barbara Bonnette, auctioneer. "This is one of the most fantastic properties ever offered for acquisition in Louisiana," noted Bonnette. "The income potential for this property is staggering. The recreation possibilities and beauty of this tract are second to none. Tracts this size are rarely available." Patel Neotown Located at 900 Shell Western Drive in Hackberry, one mile North of Sabine refuge, bordering Black Lake to the West and one half mile South of the intercoastal waterways in Cameron Parish, this property offers recreation, real estate development, leasing, mitigation and deep-water Gulf access possibilities with some of the finest duck hunting in the Mississippi flyaway as well as both freshwater and saltwater fishing. "Previously listed at $19.9 Million, this acreage will be offered in six tracts, ranging from 28 acres to 2,400 acres, and in its entirety," said Bonnette. "One tract will sell absolute to the highest bidder. We will also offer 50 percent vacant mineral rights separately located in Gum Cove Field and West Hackberry Field.sikka kaamna greens]]> sikka kaamna greens noida]]> sikka group]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Company-To-Sell-Mineral-Rights-In-Louisiana-/3444169 Mon, 12 Dec 2011 04:44:41 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Company-To-Sell-Mineral-Rights-In-Louisiana-/3444169 It is not everyday that a person sits inside their home and looks around and everything they own that operates off of an electric outlet. In that way, it is also not every day that once contemplates the way in which these devices are controlled. That is to say, no one exactly wonders how much of our electricity is powered by a single source. One may consult their fuse box from time to time, but they do not think about where their city's fuse box lies, even though that is the true source of energy their house runs from. And without that city power, without that switchgear, there's no telling what could happen. A switchgear is nothing more and nothing less than an extremely sophisticated electricity grid, which is used to united a series of fuses and breakers for the better. There are many reasons why having such a system at your hands is important, and it all begins with a simple idea of convenience. Instead, when one debates the power of a cityscape, they may think about just the larger buildings at hand. Although, they would be mistaken to do so.switchgear]]> electricity]]> engineering]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Impacts-Of-A-Switchgear-/3438513 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:27:54 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Impacts-Of-A-Switchgear-/3438513 CB slurry wall]]> CB cutoff wall]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Slurry-Walls-And-Groundwater-Control/3307801 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:56:07 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Slurry-Walls-And-Groundwater-Control/3307801 When soil can no longer contain floodwater, inundation occur. If you should experience repeated deluges, you should install deluge coverings to avoid damages to your properties and maybe your existence. This can be simply made if you have sufficient funds to start the plan. Rehabilitating and cleaning the drainage systems in urban areas can be one remedy. It is not an easy job though as you will be dealing with solid wastes and debris to clean up. But once you have done this job, you are certainly assured that water will flow easily into the canals; thus preventing the occurrences of floods. Waterbeds are typically inclined to alluvions so you can set-up sandbags for added protection. However, the bags must be packed with tons of sands and gravel that takes time. And you will want more workers to install the sandbags near waterbed surface. But these sandbags may never be adequate to absorb floodwaters. As water can leak through the sandbags, there is still the possibility of deluges. There are a few who want to construct dikes and levees. You will need to search for sufficient funds to purchase solid materials and construct these framework.flood protection]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Inundation-Defense--The-Answer-To-Your-Deluge-Necessities--/2920824 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 21:21:49 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Inundation-Defense--The-Answer-To-Your-Deluge-Necessities--/2920824 No matter whether a person is an architect or works in any city in the country, he will play an important role when it comes to city planning projects. Architects work with other people involved in city planning to ensure things are efficient, safe and structurally sound. Engineering and architecture jobs are usually in high demand. This is because cities are making the transition from standard buildings and facilities to green buildings and facilities. There are also a lot of efforts being made to renew urban spaces and increase the efficiency of the existing amount of space. It is the job of the architectural expert to plan, design and oversee how much of these projects are handled. They are responsible for aspects concerning the landscape, the road routing and the structures and buildings. Many of the buildings in the city are intended to house a lot of people or businesses. They also must be attractive, safe for public use, functional and energy efficient. This is a tall order, even for the most experienced architectural specialist. It is possible to plan a building that is each of these things.Cincinnati architects]]> Cincinnati architect]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Is-The-Role-Of-An-Architect-During-A-City-Planning-Project-/2722504 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 04:01:52 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Is-The-Role-Of-An-Architect-During-A-City-Planning-Project-/2722504 The present global climate warming has initiated the occurrences of alluvions. This can be either triggered by sudden heavy rainfall, tidal waves, rising of the tides or overflow of river levees. People do not actually feel it but floods just occur. That is why individuals must be ready all the time to prevent happenings of adversities due to forfeiture of properties and lives. Floods mechanism is the answer to your problems. Alluvions barricade have gone to be popular in the market at present. Some of the locations in the nation come across constant inundation which requires quick action. Creating tangible protection will require more time and money for the materials. These mechanism may cost high but it is once and can be set up on areas where possible deluge occurs. You only require two or three persons to have your flood barrier inflated for five hours. After expanding, you can be completely defended and will anticipate full protection from deluges. Flood mechanism are the fastest means to furnish defenses against deluge. You only need to request it from reliable sources and it will arrive to your desired destination.flood barriers]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Select-Flood-Mechanism-To-Fit-Your-Requirements-For-Inundation--Armour/2705040 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 02:43:37 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Select-Flood-Mechanism-To-Fit-Your-Requirements-For-Inundation--Armour/2705040 Concrete]]> ponds]]> cracks]]> frost]]> freezing climate]]> pond liner]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Concrete-Ponds-And-Very-Cold-Climates/2552535 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 16:37:13 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Concrete-Ponds-And-Very-Cold-Climates/2552535 Water collection]]> hydraulic network]]> hydraulic engineer]]> water distribution]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Hydraulic-Engineer--A-Profession-Hard-To-Die/2499118 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:38:45 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Hydraulic-Engineer--A-Profession-Hard-To-Die/2499118 For food romantics, coffee cellar has a fine ring to it. It resonates with the same combined pleasure of connoisseurship and security that motivates people to keep piles of dusty wine bottles piled deep in the hearts of their houses. Correct storage for green coffees is cool but not cold, dark, dry, and, above all, well vented. Rather than cellar, think pantry. The storage cupboards in the kitchens of older houses, the kind that allow air to circulate among the shelves, represent an ideal situation in which to store green coffee. Good, high-grown green coffees (Central American, Colombian, East African) kept in such conditions will change very little over two or three years. For the first year or so they will round and sweeten in tone, than become fuller in body but gradually lose brightness and acidity. Lower-grown, gentler coffees may change in flavor rather drastically. Brazilian Santos, for example, may begin to lose acidity as soon as six months after harvest and after a year or so often develops an additional flat, mildew taste professional cuppers call baggy. In what kind of container should you store your coffee?Coffee Cellar]]> coffee pantry]]> green coffee beans]]> roasting coffee single coffee brewers single coffee cup brewer single coffee maker single coffee mak]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Using-Burlap-Bags-For-Your-Coffee-Cellar/2489510 Mon, 30 May 2011 09:07:13 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Using-Burlap-Bags-For-Your-Coffee-Cellar/2489510 Since early March a lot of the worlds focus has been on the cataclysmic earthquake, tsunami and subsequent radioactive fallout in Japan and the tragic unrest in the Middle East and North Africa. While both here at home and abroad, economists are struggling to predict the tumultuous effects on economies and the future track of business, currencies and investments. Even though it's not an exact comparison there are many similarities between current events and those occurring during and after World War 2. Perhaps if we look at how economies reacted to similar events in the past we can determine where the future will lead. First there are undeniable environmental and political similarities between now and the conditions that existed more than 60 years ago. The massive tsunami that struck Japan on March 11th caused a massive loss of human life and also destroyed much of the Japan's infrastructure including damaging coolant pumps and causing explosions at various nuclear power plants. The damage to the power plants has contaminated surrounding water systems and nearby food sources with radiation 100,000 times above normal levels.economy]]> tsunami]]> Japan]]> forex]]> World War II]]> forex markets.yen]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-The-Tsunami-In-Japan-And-World-War-2-Affected-Currency-Markets-And-World-Business-Part-1/2442318 Tue, 17 May 2011 21:27:24 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-The-Tsunami-In-Japan-And-World-War-2-Affected-Currency-Markets-And-World-Business-Part-1/2442318 Concrete]]> ponds]]> cracks]]> frost]]> freezing climate]]> rubber liners]]> ]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Concrete-Ponds-And-Freezing-Climates/2331158 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 18:27:05 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Concrete-Ponds-And-Freezing-Climates/2331158 What is Soil Liquefaction? When soil is stressed, it can liquefy, losing its stability and strength. The stress can be caused by extreme force such as an earthquake, or the introduction of too much water to the ground. The resulting soil liquefaction can occur, destabilizing the ground. Different types of soils react differently to stress, for example, soil that is mostly sand can liquefy faster than clay soils. Liquefaction wreaks havoc on built structures. Foundations can crack and an uneven settling of the building can occur. Damage to the structure itself can occur, as well as complete destruction in severe liquefaction instances. Bridges are affected because the foundation around support posts becomes liquefied. Any sloping ground near water sources, dams and levees tend to liquefy more often, creating fissures and cracks in the ground and in structures. Deep soil mixing methods are used to improve shear strength to improve stability. Soil Mitigation by Deep Soil Mixing Method There are different soil treatment technologies available to remedy soil liquefaction. One of the more common treatments is the Deep Soil Mixing Method. Deep soil mixing was begun in Japan and has been developed over many years by engineers and geologists.soil liquefaction]]> Soil liquefaction mitigation]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Is-Soil-Liquefaction--Mitigation-By-Deep-Soil-Mixing-Method/2072303 Wed, 09 Feb 2011 01:17:04 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/What-Is-Soil-Liquefaction--Mitigation-By-Deep-Soil-Mixing-Method/2072303 The safety, in fact, visit the recent cases written in the newspaper, is often underestimated, particularly in those environments that are not closely monitored or providing self-employment might be carried out in the open air. It 'is impossible to constantly monitor all operators and therefore a lot of small oversights can sometimes be fatal, especially if you work with large-scale agricultural machinery. In the case of agriculture, also with new activities that are granted to the operator of the agricultural year which provide more services for the community to certain basic rules and essential when it is no longer only the individual to come into contact with hazards related to agricultural machinery and accessories, agricultural machinery but also ordinary citizens who may not be aware of certain standards to be met. For example, now thanks to the agricultural operator norms of EU and national character may enter into contracts for the maintenance of green, regular upkeep of public spaces, the minor roads, maintenance of canals and levees for local authorities.Agriculture]]> services]]> security]]> agricultural machinery]]> standards]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Safety-At-Work--The-Agriculture/1791462 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 04:25:31 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Safety-At-Work--The-Agriculture/1791462 Few birds are as steeped in mysticism and controversy as the Ivory-billed Woodpecker. The largest bird species in North America, with a length of 20 inches and a wingspan of 30 inches, this woodpecker was thought to have been extinct as early as the 1950s. However, like an avian Elvis, the Ivory-billed Woodpecker has been allegedly sighted by a number of individuals, including highly-qualified ornithologists. For this reason, the jury is still out on whether or not this magnificent bird still haunts the swamps of the American Southeast. History of the Ivory-billed woodpecker The Ivory-billed woodpecker is renowned for its size and exotic appearance and has been nicknamed 'Lord God Bird,' 'Grail Bird' and 'King of Woodpeckers.' Native-Americans valued its bright plumage and large bills, often using the later to transport medicinal bundles; some of these bills were traded as far north as Canada. Early naturalists and explorers, such as James Audubon and John Abbot ,were entranced by the bird, with Audubon comparing its plumage to a painting by the seventeenth-century Flemish painter Anthony Vandyke. Author William Faulkner referred to the bird in his 1943 short story 'The Bear,' as a symbol of the primordial southern swamp.ivory-billed woodpecker]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Search-For-The-Ivory-billed-Woodpecker/1743871 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 13:30:40 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Search-For-The-Ivory-billed-Woodpecker/1743871 If you are looking for insurance for your home, or any insurance for that matter, it is always best to know exactly what the insurance company is offering you before you sign the dotted line. Most Americans have a general idea on how insurance works when you are protecting your home, and how most forms of insurance work as well. But when it comes right down to it, every single insurance policy is different, and simply knowing the basics may not cut it when it comes down to your house insurance. Before you start getting quotes for your insurance, you want to be sure that you know every possible aspect of house insurance, or you may wind up with a policy that won't help you when you need it most. Not educating yourself on the ins and outs of house insurance could wind up costing you thousands of dollars down the road, or right now through your premiums. Here we will talk about the most important things you need to know about your insurance policy. The United States experienced their worst natural disaster along the Gulf Coast in 2005 when Hurricane Katrina hit.insurance]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Fully-Protect-Your-Home/1703586 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 23:02:15 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Fully-Protect-Your-Home/1703586 Hurricanes generated in the Atlantic are known to wreak collateral damage in Texas, including Houston. This makes an array of corrective steps, structural as well as non-structural, imperative. Proper approach to the problem would minimize the damage. At the same time, restoration will need to be dealt with at a business or even on a personal level. Houston is prone to hurricanes forming in the Atlantic Ocean. These massive tropical cyclones can wreak havoc in the region. Experts at several Texas universities are advising that even a moderate hurricane could endanger millions and debilitate the Houston Ship Channel, which is home to about one-quarter of U.S. Refineries. Such a scenario makes it imperative that the region be made more resilient to fierce cyclonic storms. A study commissioned by Rice University-based Severe Storm Prediction, Education and Evacuation from Disasters Center (SSPEED) in 2009 indicates that * Prevailing dikes and levees along the Houston Ship Channel are not sturdy enough to protect all refineries from the impact of a powerful storm. A hurricane within a major city in its line would be devastating.]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Water-Damage-Houston-----Roping-In-Damage/1670527 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 06:22:18 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Water-Damage-Houston-----Roping-In-Damage/1670527