Design Guide for Improving Critical Facility Safety from Flooding and High Winds: Providing Protection to People and Buildings (FEMA 543)

This guide provides comprehensive guidance for planning, designing, constructing, and rehabilitating critical facilities to improve their safety and operational continuity during and after flooding and high wind events. It is intended for professionals involved in the resilience of essential facilities such as schools, healthcare centers, and emergency response units. The document focuses on hazard mitigation measures specific to flooding and high winds within the built environment.