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Bracing of Roofs for Hurricane, High Wind, and Seismic Resistance

Guide describing ways to strengthen roof assemblies for resistance to hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.

Information guide describing constructed flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience during a flood.

Overview guide describing residential floodproofing steps.

Overview guide outlining home construction techniques used in hurricane and high wind areas.

Guide describing design for shelter-in-place spaces during windstorm storm events.

This guide describes how to install a whole-building ventilation system to provide adequate dilution of indoor air contaminants.