We all know the tragic and horrific stories from hurricanes such as Irma, Katrina and more recently Iota all of which terrorized Atlantic regions. But what of the rest of the lands? While hurricanes are a genuine threat to places like Florida, the Bahamas and Louisiana, the rest of the county still suffers from strong winds all year round.
Hurricane season typically runs from around the beginning of April to mid-November and causes the most damage to tropical, subtropical and coastal regions. However, other dangerous winds that come from high category storms, non-tropical cyclones and tornadoes are a real threat to all areas.
Easter 2020, the same days also saw a deadly outbreak of tornadoes that swept across the United States killing 32 people and causing extreme damage.
Hurricane Threat
It might be a little early to begin predicting storms for 2021 but given that these outbreaks are so frequent and sudden, it might be time to start thinking about a Custom Hurricane Protection Solution to safeguard against future storms and adverse weather effects. No year goes without storms, severe or not and future-proofing against the tempestuous menace just makes sense.
Each year on average, tornadoes alone cause around $400 million worth of damage with approximately 70 deaths while hurricane Katrina alone killed around 1,800 Americans and completely destroyed large parts of New Orleans.
Winds and Tornados
Those living the farm life are no stranger to the very real dangers of strong winds and the other severe weather effects that come with them. Strong winds have been known to cause flooding that can increase groundwater levels on farms while hailstones associated with storms can damage or completely destroy crops like apples, grapefruits and tomatoes that grow out in the open with no protection.
Many farming ecosystems can be completely destroyed by tornadoes, hurricanes and strong storms as the local and immediate environment causes inhospitable living conditions for crops. The 2020 tornadoes mentioned caused damage to 14 million acres of farmland in Iowa alone, completely destroying some farms while Texas suffered losses to sugarcane and citrus crops.
Luckily these days, meteorologists can predict adverse weather and accurately state where and when it will hit, sometimes up to ten days before the event. That being said, while you can easily protect yourself by hunkering down in a storm shelter, your home and the land surrounding it might need a little extra.
Some manufacturers specialize in protective shielding for homes with items such as storm-proof shutters and screens, many of which can be adapted for use as coverings while windbreaks can be used for the protection of farm crops.
Conclusion
Recovering from a storm isn’t easy because as well as the obvious financial setback, the effects on your mental well-being could be severe as well. One cannot simply prepare for seeing their home destroyed.
The best advice following a storm is to follow your local officials’ instructions for reporting any damage and seeking temporary accommodation. If you return home after a storm then keep an eye out for hazards such as live, dangling wires, rebar protrusions and loose flooring.
The emotional healing might take longer than repairing your home, but everything can be fixed.
