Tampa Mold and Asbestos Testing Lab

The Atlantic and Caribbean hurricane season, running from June 1 to the end of November, is a time of heightened vigilance. Looking to 2025, Colorado State University experts forecast 17 named storms, nine hurricanes, and four major hurricanes.

In 2024, hurricanes caused around $500 billion in damages and economic losses, emphasizing the destructive power of these natural disasters. The havoc, fueled by storm surge, winds, and floods, underscores the importance of preparedness. NOAA urges residents in hurricane-prone areas to stay alert and ready.

Post-hurricane, Joe Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc., warns of indoor hazards like mold growth within 48 hours of water exposure. Properties with lead-based paints or asbestos carry added risks during cleanup. EMSL Analytical, with testing facilities across North America, specializes in identifying mold, bacteria, lead, asbestos, and sewage exposure. They provide sampling supplies, test kits, inspection tools, air monitors, and protective gear.

For property damage and indoor environmental quality testing solutions, visit www.EMSL.com, call (800) 220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. Explore IEQ test kits at www.EMSLTestKits.com. Stay safe and prepared in the face of natural disasters.

 

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the general public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete listing of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.