GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

NATURAL HAZARDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Seawalls, houses built with wind and water resistant materials or on stilts, all protect homes from what?
A
hurricanes
B
thunderstorms
C
drought
D
blizzards
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Round houses or properties with square structures reduce the wind pressure on any one side, while a 30-degree roof slope offers the best wind deflection. Hurricane-proof homes are often fitted with reinforced windows and impact glass to keep the property weathertight.

Detailed explanation-2: -Concrete is probably the best material for a hurricane proof house or any high risk construction. Concrete is strong, durable, readily available, fire resistant, and will last a very long time. I would put concrete homes at the top of my list for the best construction types for hurricane proof houses.

Detailed explanation-3: -Make It Impact Resistant Reinforced, impact-resistant doors, laminated windows, storm-resistant windows or hurricane shutters, pull-down PVC shutter systems and high-impact synthetic window shades all contribute to a home’s impact resistance.

Detailed explanation-4: -Metal roofing A metal roof can weather hurricane-force winds up to 160 mph, making it the most wind-resistant solution. Metal roofing systems are pricier than cheap shingles, but they last longer and are more durable than any other types of roofing.

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