Challenges in Urban Meteorology:

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Challenges in Urban Meteorology A Forum for
Users and Providers September 21-23,
2004 Rockville, MD
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The Institute for Business Home Safety is an
initiative of the insurance industry to reduce
deaths, injuries, property damage, economic
losses and human suffering caused by natural
disasters.
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Roof Deck Failure
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Garage Door Failure
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Garage Door Failure Close Up
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Reinforced Garage Door
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Gable Failure
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Commercial Structure Failure
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New Commercial Structure Survives
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Manufactured Homes
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Newer HUD Building Codes
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Resources Available
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We know how to protect homes and businesses from
hurricanes and other high-wind events
The cost to make homes and businesses
disaster-resistant should not be considered in
determining property values for tax purposes