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AREAS OF CONCERN
Here are a few other parts of existing homes that have been
found to be especially vulnerable during hurricanes:
Vanishing soffits. Flying vents.
Unless they are special, hurricane-resistant Rooftop-mounted equipment can be blown off
types, they are often blown away, roofs or severely damaged.
allowing water to enter buildings.
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Crumpled garage doors. Airborne carports.
Unreinforced doors can be penetrated and blown These, along with other accessory structures
out or simply blown in. Either can cause significant such as pool houses or screened lanais attached
structural damage to the garages. to manufactured homes are frequently blown
off, creating additional debris.
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