Innovative Marine Structures

10/17/2024

10/05/2024

Please be safe!

MEDIA ADVISORY

*** Important Notice ***
Lithium Batteries (Cars, Bikes, Lawn Mowers)
Potential Fire Risk
Any items containing lithium batteries that were exposed to saltwater or submerged in any way from the storm surge such as Electric Vehicles, E-bikes, E-lawn mowers, E-scooters, etc. should NOT be kept inside your home, garage, or shed after Hurricane Helene. The effects of salt water from the storm surge on lithium batteries has caused several structure fires already. Salt water acts as a conductor for electricity and can lead to a fire that can rapidly spread inside a structure. If you have electric vehicle mounted chargers in your garage it is highly recommended to consult with an electrician to ensure there are not concerns with the equipment or the vehicle prior to charging them inside your garage. Please read below for additional information on lithium batteries and water exposure:

The dangers of lithium batteries and the effects they have when exposed to water can be detrimental. Prolonged exposure to high levels of moisture can lead to irreversible damage as water may pe*****te the battery. The combined effects of electrolytes decomposition, lithium salt dissolution, electrode damage, and short circuits mean that lithium cells fail rapidly and cause fire when contaminated with water. Lithium-ion batteries can enter an uncontrollable, self-heating state, this can result in the release of gases, cause fires, and possible explosion. Salt water is a great conductor of electricity, if it pe*****tes the battery case, the water will create a direct path for the flow of electricity, potentially causing a short circuit this can lead to overheating, leakage, or even fire. Most common items with lithium-ion batteries include but are not limited to are: lawn mowers, edger’s, w**d eaters, tools, electric bikes, EV vehicles, scooters, phones, E-cigarettes, vapes, etc.
Please contact the Punta Gorda Fire Department if you have any questions (941) 575-5529.

10/05/2024

VENICE — Hurricane Helene was a storm like no one in Venice had seen before.

10/05/2024

10/6, 5 p.m. Update: Charlotte County sandbag sites are now closed. The county distributed more than 1 million pounds of sand at three sites over the past two days.
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10/6 Update: More sand is being delivered to these spots throughout the day. Sand bags are being replenished, but there is no guarantee there will be bags available. Materials are while supplies last. Sand operations are self serve bring your own shovel.
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Self-service sandbag locations are opening at 5 p.m. ‼

Charlotte County will open three self-service sandbag locations starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday. Sand and up to 10 bags will be provided (while supplies last). Bring your own shovels to the following sites:

📍 Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park (6961 San Casa Dr., Englewood). Station located between the two stormwater retention ponds.
📍 Franz Ross Park (19333 Quesada Ave., Port Charlotte). Station located near the football field.
📍 Carmalita Park (2605 Carmalita St., Punta Gorda). Station located near the football field.

10/05/2024

FCCI Specialty Insurance Company wrote its first Excess and Surplus policy for an equipment repair company in partnership with Commercial Insurance Specialist Brian Tomlinson and CEO James Lumbra of LRA Insurance in Orlando, FL.

FCCI is "extending our promise" to help businesses in Florida, Georgia and Texas manage risks with E&S lines.

10/03/2024

We can help.
Please call the office for an estimate
941-697-7000

10/09/2022

Our prayers were answered and all of our 30 IMS families made it through the storm!

Due to significant roof damage, flooding and no power, IMS offices are still closed at least until we get power back on.

We will update asap

03/26/2022

wow 😃

09/24/2021

Please be careful out there guys!

08/06/2021