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Let freedom ring! We hope you all enjoy a spectacular Fourth of July. #4thofJuly #HappyFourthofJuly

In anticipation of upcoming Independence Day celebrations, here are some helpful tips to stay safe! You can learn more about how to keep safe with fireworks here: https://ow.ly/aT6250StV1q #FireworksSafety

The Metric Consulting team is assisting the City of Houston relocate over 700 tenants that are affected by the Harvey Buyout Program. To remain compliant with the Uniform Relocation Act of 1970, each household will be relocated to comparable replacement units. Our team offers years of experience with this federal regulation and provides the experience required to assist efficiently, accurately, and effectively. Find out how we can help your community too at www.metric-consulting.com #ProjectSpotlight #Relocation

You may be ready for the next emergency, but did you remember to prepare your pet too? We all have a role to play in disaster preparedness, not only with family and neighbors, but also our pets! Learn how you can get better prepared here: https://www.ready.gov/pets #PetPreparedness #PetPreparednessMonth2024

National Lightning Safety Awareness Week started in 2001 in order to call attention to lightning being an underrated killer. Since then, U.S. lightning fatalities has dropped from about 55 per year to less than 30. This reduction in lightning fatalities is largely due to the greater awareness of lightning danger and people seeking safety when thunderstorms threaten. During Lightning Safety Awareness Week, we encourage you to learn more about lightning and lightning safety. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/1Hpz50Sr1nP #LightningSafetyWeek2024

Happy Juneteenth! Today is a celebration to recognize the official end of slavery in the United States and serves as an opportunity for healing and advocacy for Black Americans across the country. Learn more about the importance of Juneteenth and how you can support African American communities at https://lnkd.in/eRuTnvk. #Juneteenth2024

FEMA Announcement! Congress appropriated $117 million through the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2024 to FEMA’s Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP). By law, FEMA must award the full $117 million to the program’s National Board. The National Board then allocates the funds to local organizations dedicated to feeding, sheltering and providing critical resources to people with economic emergencies. The funds are used to provide shelter, food and supportive services to individuals and families who are experiencing, or at risk of experiencing, hunger or homelessness. Find out more at https://ow.ly/JJRJ50Sk3En Metric Consulting can help your community apply for this funding! Reach out to us at www.metric-consulting.com #FEMA #EFSP

Happy Father's Day! #FathersDay2024

The NOAA predicts that the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season will feature above-normal activity due to a variety of factors. Including: - Near-record warm ocean temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean - Development of La Niña conditions in the Pacific - Reduced Atlantic trade winds and less wind shear Learn more about their forecast report at https://ow.ly/316Q50SjbTE #HurricaneSeason #Atlantic #NOAA #HurricaneSeasonPredictions

Summer is officially here! Extreme heat is predicted to become much more frequent and intense as the climate change continues, and this year may have some of the hottest days yet. Ready.gov’s #SummerReady campaign aims to reach vulnerable populations and boost awareness of the impacts of extreme heat and the simple steps to prepare. Use the below tips from Ready.gov to get started: - Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses and ways to respond from the CDC. - Fans alone aren’t enough in high heat + high humidity. Get inside in air conditioning or go to a public place like the library, museum, or shopping mall to beat the heat. - NEVER leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles! Heat can rise in a car, up to 20 degrees in just 10 minutes. - During extreme heat, check on family, friends, and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone. - Roughly 40% of unwanted heat buildup in our homes is through windows. Use awnings or curtains to keep the heat out. - Use your oven less during extreme heat advisories and warnings so you don’t make your house hotter. Learn more at www.ready.gov/summer-ready #SummerReady #SummerisHere