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Why is it important?
Approximately 100,000 to 125,000 thunderstorms occur in the US each
year. Of that total anywhere from 10 to 20% may be severe. The NWS
considers a thunderstorm severe if it produces hail at least ¾ of an inch
diameter, winds of 58 MPH or stronger, or a tornado, an average of 19,200
annually. The top 5 thunderstorm prone cities in the US are:
- Fort Myers, Florida – 89.
- Tampa, Florida – 87.
- Tallahassee, Florida – 83.
- Gainesville, Florida – 81.
- Orlando, Florida – 80.

How much does it cost?
Storm mapping is not free. In order to have accurate weather data,
there are applications and web-based tools that may be used. These
applications and web-based tools are paid around $500 to $1000 per year
depending on the product and subscription you are in. It is very important to
invest in these weather applications to make sure that the data you are getting
is complete and accurate.

Other ways in getting weather data or updates:
Social Media
- Twitter
- Facebook
- Youtube
- Instagram
- Other weather platforms or sites
News
- Local/National News

Wind Speed and Its Effects
Wind Can Cause Damage to Your Home
Homeowners are often surprised to hear that wind can cause damage
to their homes. High winds can cause hazards to your property and
surrounding areas - hazards such as fallen branches, uprooted trees and torn
down power lines. While these dangers are what we picture after a big storm,
the wind itself can also result in structural damage to your home. When high
winds hit a roof, shingles can loosen or fall off. If wind speeds are very high,
even new, secure shingles can tear away. Other wind damage to a roof
includes damage caused by falling objects and debris such as tree branches
and downed power lines.
Wind Damage Roofs
Roofs are very susceptible to wind damage, in part because high ​winds
do not hit roofs uniformly​. Rather, wind tends to cause damage to the edges
of the roof, or areas of the roof that are already loose. These loose parts of
the roof are easy targets because winds can more easily rip up loose

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