HOW TO REDUCE DAMAGES OF HURRICANES Hurricanes are extremely powerful storms that cause serious destruction to life as well as property. United States time and again has been hit by serious storms and has impacted lives of millions of people. In the year 2008, September 13- 14 ‘Ike’ hit southern U.S., it caused about 30 deaths in Texas, thousands of people had to evacuate their home and millions suffered from power cuts in Houston alone. Galveston Bay was worst hit by ‘Ike’ knocking out power, water and sewer lines. Hurricane ‘Ike’ further hit Midwestern U.S., the storm weakened to a tropical depression. Torrential rain resulted in severe flooding and power loss and about 17 people lost their lives. In August 27- 29, 2011, hurricane ‘Irene’ hit East Coast that began as category 3 but was downgraded to category 1 before impacting Outer Banks of North Carolina. ‘Irene’ cost lives of at least 56 people and caused an estimated damage of $ 15.6 billion, thereby making it sixth costliest hurricane hitting U.S. In Oct 29- 30, 2012, hurricane ‘Sandy’ hit the East Coast. It began as tropical storm but gained intensity and became a category 2 hurricane, causing 44 deaths. As it neared Florida, it was downgraded to category 1 but the storm picked up energy on collision with mid-latitude trough. Sandy made landfall in Atlantic City, N.J., and was again classified as post-tropical cyclone. Sandy is the second costliest hurricane in U.S. that caused about 100 deaths, approximately 8 million people lost power and estimated damage was around $ 30 billion.
WAYS TO REDUCE DAMAGE: All those people residing in a hurricane prone area should turn to services and products that help in reducing damage and prevent further crisis. Adopting essential methods and staying prepared ahead of time can provide Hurricane Protection:
INSTALLING SHUTTERS- Hurricane shutters prevent damage to interior wall and roof. It is seen that most damages occur due to failure of windows and doors, thus blowing off the roof. There are wide ranges of shutters to choose from, one can opt for affordable ones that are easy to install and operate, whereas elderly or disabled person can opt for automated accordion shutters. Page 1
Bahama shutters are used for year-round purpose as they are easy to install when required.
INSTALLING HURRICANE TIE DOWNS- it is often seen that unprotected roofs blow off in severe storms. A simple metal tie-down strap keeps the roof tied to the top wall of the house thus securing the roofs. Straps can also be used to tie-down walls to floors and keep the floor secured to the foundation.
KEEPING THE YARD CLEAN- Weak tree branches or any sort of item left outside the home like garbage cans, flowerpots, outside furniture can turn to a dangerous projectile fuelled by winds. It is therefore essential to trim of the trees and keep the yard free from any sort of debris.
FLOOD PROOF BASEMENTS- Removing obstruction from gutters, extending downspouts and eliminating low lying areas of soil can prevent water from flooding the basement and crawlspaces, thus keeping water away from the foundation. Do remember to check the sump pump operation.
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