Challenges in Urban Meteorology: A Forum for Users and Providers September 21-23, 2004 Rockville, MD.

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Challenges in Urban Meteorology: A Forum for Users and Providers September 21-23, 2004 Rockville, MD

The Institute for Business & Home Safety is an initiative of the insurance industry to reduce deaths, injuries, property damage, economic losses and human suffering caused by natural disasters.

Roof Deck Failure

Garage Door Failure

Garage Door Failure Close Up

Reinforced Garage Door

Gable Failure

Commercial Structure Failure

New Commercial Structure Survives

Manufactured Homes

Newer HUD Building Codes

Resources Available

We know how to protect homes and businesses from hurricanes and other high-wind events The cost to make homes and businesses disaster-resistant should not be considered in determining property values for tax purposes