Scammers typically come out in numbers after a natural disaster, looking to capitalize on the tragedy and make some money from unsuspecting victims, according to C.A. Bridges and Laura Finaldi of the Herald-Tribune.
Hurricanes devastated properties across the U.S. Virgin Islands a few years ago, including on St. Thomas, where the former Bluebeard Beach Club resort lost the roofs on all seven of its guestroom buildings, which also all suffered significant moisture damage.
The destruction caused by Hurricane Ian has created tough working conditions. Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese sheds light on how contractors should prepare.