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Florida Companies Launch New Tarp and Flood Protection Systems

May 1, 2026
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Florida Companies Launch New Tarp and Flood Protection Systems

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Two Florida firms introduced new storm mitigation products on May 1, 2026. Flood Risk America released hinged gates, permanent doors, and fabric barriers for property entry protection. Tarpers unveiled TarpBags to secure roof tarps using water-filled bags instead of nails or sandbags. These innovations aim to speed up deployment, enhance safety, and reduce property damage claims in storm-prone regions.

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