Securing openings in your home, especially the garage, could protect your home from severe hurricane damage, a recent survey said. (iStock)
Homeowners can take steps to prepare their homes against hurricane damage, yet many still need to do so, a recent survey said.
In 2023, 47% of respondents said they had no plan to strengthen their homes against hurricanes, according to the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) survey. Moreover, 59% of respondents said they do not have a plan against what is brewing to be a very active hurricane season this year.
Colorado State University hurricane researchers forecasted 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes and five major hurricanes during the 2024 season, which starts on June 1 and continues through Nov. 30. A typical Atlantic hurricane season has 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes.
Most respondents said they…
