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Flash Flood Watch vs. Warning

August 21, 2026

A flood watch means prepare. A flash flood warning means move now. Learn what each NWS alert means and why your phone may not alert you at all.

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Flash Flood Watch vs. Warning

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What Is the Difference Between Dikes and Dams?

July 22, 2021

Learn the difference between dikes and dams, how wall dams work, and how TrapBag barriers provide fast, effective flood control for any project.

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TrapBags protecting homes in Ute Pass from mudflow and debris flow

Mudslide & Debris Flow Control in Manitou Springs, Colorado

June 28, 2021

TrapBag barriers are the ideal solution for mudflow and debris flow prevention and protection. Having a TrapBag barrier in place can save properties and lives.

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Erosion Protection with TrapBag barriers in Africa

Preventing Soil Erosion & Desertification in Africa with Erosion Bags

June 25, 2021

Soil erosion in Africa has many causes, but utilization of TrapBag soil erosion bags can control & prevent further erosion & desertification.

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Hummer in front of a Cellular MSE Retaining Wall

How to Construct a Cellular MSE Retaining Wall

June 25, 2021

Learn more about MSE retaining walls, how to construct them, and constructing your MSE walls with TrapBag control barrier bags.

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Santa-Fe-(3)

How to Construct a Cellular Cofferdam

June 25, 2021

Learn about cellular cofferdams and how to construct a cellular cofferdam with TrapBag control barrier bags.

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North & South Carolina Hurricane Protection Solutions

June 3, 2021

Carolina hurricanes can come swiftly & brutally. Prepare as much as you can so you and your family’s lives and property are protected.

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new york sand dune protection retaining wall

Dune Stabilization & Storm Surge Protection in New York

May 20, 2021

Coastal flooding from storm surges is a top environmental concern for NYC since the city is coastal & on an island, the risks are increased.

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Pontchartrain Levee flooding project

Construction of Dams, Dikes & Levees in Louisiana

May 20, 2021

Dams, Dikes & Levees and their construction are really important. Especially around cities and towns threatened by hurricanes and flooding.

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TrapBags used to contain a pipeline oil spill

How Are Oil and Chemical Spills Contained?

May 20, 2021

Oil & chemical spills are a huge issue. The cleanup is super important to the environment. Read here about how these spills are contained.

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Mississippi River Valley Flood Protection

April 13, 2021

The Mississippi River floods relatively often because much of its length runs along lowlands that easily flood the surrounding areas.

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TrapBags along a highway

Flood Protection in Urban Areas

April 13, 2021

Poor planning and lack of sufficient drainage creates flooding in urban areas. Effects of flooding in urban areas are devastating.

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TrapBags used to protect against snow melt in Fargo

Snow Melt Flood Protection in Fargo

March 30, 2021

Fargo, ND experiences a flood season every year as a result of winter snow melting and rising water levels in the Red River.

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