DDA Forensics Engineer Shared Insights on Distinguishing Wind and Storm Surge Damage
MIAMI — Dr. Krishna Sai Vutukuru, Ph.D., P.E., DFE, Civil and Structural Engineer at DDA Forensics, presented at the South Florida Claims Association (SFCA) Day of Education on May 29. The annual event brought together insurance claims professionals, adjusters and industry experts for a full day of continuing education and professional development.
Vutukuru presented “Wind vs. Storm Surge Damage: Case Studies from Hurricane Helene,” which examined how wind and storm surge affect coastal residential structures and provided attendees with practical guidance for evaluating storm-related property damage.
The course focused on the role of adjusters and inspectors in recognizing damage, understanding hurricane and coastal storm forces, and distinguishing between damage caused by wind, waves and storm surge. Through real-world case studies, attendees gained insight into how different storm mechanisms impact buildings and how engineering principles can assist in determining the cause of damage.
“As severe weather events continue to impact coastal communities, accurately identifying the cause of damage remains critical to the claims process,” Vutukuru said. “Understanding how wind and storm surge interact with structures helps claims professionals make more informed decisions and supports more accurate damage assessments.”
Committed to advancing industry knowledge and supporting continuing education opportunities for insurance professionals, DDA was a proud repeat sponsor of the annual event.
“Educational events like the SFCA Day of Education create valuable opportunities for claims professionals to learn from technical experts and share best practices. By combining engineering analysis with field experience, we can help improve the understanding of storm-related damage and support more consistent claim evaluations,” said Jonathan Diego, Managing Partner, DDA Forensics.
As a recognized leader in forensic engineering and continuing education, DDA Forensics developed the Southeast’s most comprehensive Continuing Education program for claims professionals and attorneys. Drawing from thousands of forensic investigations and decades of combined industry experience, the courses transform complex engineering, construction and claims concepts into practical knowledge that industry professionals can immediately apply in the field. Committed to elevating industry standards through education, the company’s expanding curriculum provides CE and CLE credits for insurance carriers, law firms and industry professionals throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Texas.
About DDA Forensics
DDA Forensics provides forensic engineering, building consulting and expert witness services for attorneys and insurance carriers throughout Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Texas. We specialize in evaluating and determining the cause of property damage and failures for residential and commercial structures. With over 20 years of experience, the most advanced education, certifications and technologies, we provide objective and accurate forensic investigations that yield clear, concise, conclusive results. Learn more at www.DDAForensics.com.
About the South Florida Claims Association
South Florida Claims Association is an organization of insurance claims adjusters and other insurance professionals in the South Florida area. The organization’s goal is to promote harmony and introduce insurance related companies to each other as a network environment. Learn more at https://mysfca.com/.
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