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A Concrete House for a Hurricane Zone
Homeowner Jim Minardi is checking out the layout of his new reinforced concrete home that has materialized from sand after ... |
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A Hurricane Overview
A hurricane is a powerful tropical storm that measures several hundred miles in diameter. Hurricanes have two main parts. The ... |
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A Winter Storm Overview
When cold temperatures and dangerous winter conditions occur, it’s important to be prepared. Understanding the weather terms ... |
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After a Winter Storm
Identify possible damage, such as broken pipes and downed tree branches or power lines. Report damage to utility company and ... |
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Anchor Your Fuel Tank
A fuel tank can tip over or float in a flood, causing fuel to spill or catch fire. Cleaning up a house that has been inundated ... |
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Assembling Your Disaster Kit
When assembling a disaster kit in preparation for storms or emergencies, it is important to consider all eventualities. Make ... |
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Backup Generator for Storm-Ready Home
Ron Ford from Kohler shows Bob the 12 killiwatt backup generator that has been installed at the Punta Gorda, Florida, home. ... |
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Barriers Against Floodwaters
More extensive flood prevention means constructing barriers to prevent floodwaters from entering your home. This process ... |
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Beat The Heat
Install window air conditioners snugly. Insulate spaces around air conditioners for a tighter fit. An air conditioner with a ... |
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Before You Evacuate
If you have the time: Turn off water, gas and electricity before leaving. Post a note telling when you left and where you are ... |
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Benefits and Installation of Impact-Resistant Windows
In a hurricane, a house becomes a pressure cooker if its outer envelope is pierced by high winds and wind-driven debris. When ... |
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Bring Outdoor Items In
If you have furniture and other outdoor equipment on your patio or deck, bring them inside when strong weather threatens. ... |
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Building a Reinforced, Solid-Pour Concrete Wall
Bob meets Mark Newton of Solid Wall Systems to learn about the solid-pour walls that will frame this storm-resistant home. Bob ... |
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Building a Safe Room
A safe room, or storm shelter, provides the highest degree of protection for you and your family from the dangerous forces of ... |
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Building Reinforced Concrete Storm-Ready Homes in Florida
Bob is joined on the site of the Punta Gorda, Florida, storm-ready home by Jim Crain of Precise Forms. Precise Forms partners ... |
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Building to Beat Storm Surge
Todd Davison from FEMA is with Bob to talk about Hurricane Ivan and the power of storm surge. Ivan, unlike Hurricane Charley, ... |
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Determine Your Flood Risk
The odds may seem like a million to one you'll ever experience serious flooding. But it happens more than you'd think. In ... |
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Disaster Damage
Homeowners should contact their insurance carrier as soon as possible to begin the claims process; however standard homeowner ... |
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Disaster Safety for People with Disabilities
If you have a disability or special need, you may have to take additional steps to protect yourself in an emergency. If you ... |
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Discussing Stem Wall Construction
Bob joins Jesse Gonzalez from Mercedes Homes and Randy Cole from the City of Punta Gorda Building Department for a site visit ... |
