Building Science for Disaster-Resistant Communities: Wind Hazard Publications (FEMA L-780)
Date Published: March 1, 2015
The resource focuses on various FEMA publications related to building science for disaster-resistant communities. It includes technical guidance, observations, and recommendations for mitigating wind hazards, specifically addressing hurricane-force winds and high-wind events. The publications cover topics such as safe room construction, protection from high winds, and guidelines for residential buildings in coastal areas.
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Details
Disaster PhaseBefore
File TypePDF
LanguageEnglish
Category
Mitigation & PlanningTechnical GuidanceTraining & Exercises
Audience
Community OfficialsPublicCritical Facilities UtilitiesBuilding Professionals
Hazard Type
Strong WindHurricane
Tags
safe room constructionresilient buildingshigh-wind eventscoastal constructionwind hazardshurricanes