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2. Hurricane shutter - Wikipedia

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   When not in use, storm panels are stored in an easy to reach location. Newly constructed homes sometimes have an assigned area for storage of storm panels. A panel system hurricane shutter made out of aluminum or steel. Another type of shutter is an accordion shutter which is made from interlocking vertical blades which slide into place ...

3. Worried About Natural Disasters? These 11 Renovations Could ...

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   Having metal grates or storm shutters installed on windows or doors is a highly effective way to protect the home and ensure loved ones’ stay safe during a hurricane, added Leasure.

4. Florida Building Code - Wikipedia

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   Miami-Dade County was the first in Florida to certify hurricane-resistant standards for structures which the Florida Building Code subsequently enacted across all requirements for hurricane-resistant buildings. Many other states reference the requirements set in the Florida Building codes, or have developed their own requirements for hurricanes ...

5. Hurricane-proof building - Wikipedia

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   One important addition to the new code was the requirement of missile-impact resisting glass, which can withstand high-velocity impact from wind-borne debris during a hurricane. Many houses built in South Florida since Hurricane Andrew are cinder block masonry construction reinforced with concrete pillars, hurricane-strapped roof trusses, and ...

6. 11 Ways to avoid hurricane damage - AOL

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   Storm panels vary in thickness and attach to window exteriors with a system of tracks and bolts. When tracks are installed permanently around the house, the shutters can be attached quickly and ...

7. Thinking about a move to Florida? Here are 9 key ... - AOL

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   Florida's hurricane season spans six months, from June 1 to November 30. While this period covers half the year, the most intense storm activity typically occurs from mid-August to late October ...

8. Window shutter - Wikipedia

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   Plantation shutters, typical of hot lower latitude climates like Florida, South Africa, the Mediterranean or Australia, typically have only two shutters per window and wide louver blades. [ 2 ] Other interior shutters use stationary louvers that do not rotate (fixed louvers); solid raised or flat panels; fabric inserts; or tinted glass.

9. Storm window - Wikipedia

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   Storm windows exist in North America, but are uncommon in continental Europe, where double, triple or quadruple glazing is prevalent. Storm windows can be made of glass, rigid plastic panels, or flexible plastic sheets; and may be permanently or temporarily mounted. They function similarly to insulated glazing. The term may also refer to a ...