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A metal storm panel is installed in a track permanently mounted above and below the window frame and secured with wing nuts to studs mounted on the track.
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Accordion-type hurricane shutters protect sliding glass doors from high winds and wind-borne debris.
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Anchorage failure in sliding glass doors due to negative pressures from hurricane force winds.
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End conditions for braced wall lines with continuous sheathing, Figure R602.10.7 in the IRC
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Failure of Roof Structure from Pressurization Due to Window Failure During a Hurricane.
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Hurricane force winds that breach external windows and doors can then cause failure of the entire building due to internal pressures on walls and roof.
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In areas prone to high winds and hurricanes, double vertical “jack trim” and horizontal “header” and “sill” studs are recommended on all sides of window and door openings.
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Right - These homes have hurricane shutters to protect against high winds and to provide solar control.
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The unprotected glazing in this door was broken by roof tiles dislodged by wind.
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This hot climate zone home uses high quality batt insulation to insulate truss-joist headers.