GREAT NEWS! HSDC, Defense Against Hurricanes has joined with Velocity Services Group! Catastrophe & Renovation Division. You can visit www.velocityservicesgroup.com and check us out. Our phone and communications will have their association and contact information. We service both residential and commercial properties. Join this team because we are, "Your First Responders To Get Your Life Back", in the event of a catastrophe. Did you know that in 1586, June: NC history begins with a hurricane, Sir Frances Drake dropped in on the Roanoke Hundred colony, the first English attempt at permanent settlement on the North American continent. On June 13, a hurricane (called a "terrible storm" by Governor Ralph Lane) that lasted four days, battered the area and wrecked many of his ships. The colonists were ready to go home, so Drake took them back to England with him. (Courtesy of Jay Barnes, Author of: North Carolina's Hurricane History)
It is no secret that the Southeast Coast of the United States is directly impacted by hurricanes from time to time. In fact, North Carolina has had no less than five tropical storms or hurricanes make landfall since the 1996 hurricane season. Hurricane Fran in September of 1996 was the worst by far as wind damage goes. The other storms, such as Bertha, Bonnie and Floyd, were mere nuisances as compared to the devastation caused by Hurricane Andrew in extreme south Florida. But we must remember that it can happen right here; where we live, work and play. Hurricane Hazel in 1954 was reported to be a strong category 4+ hurricane; with winds perhaps as high as 160 miles per hour. This kind of hurricane would inflict damage never before seen if it were to hit us here in this day and age. If Hazel would hit the Carolina coast the cost would exceed Katrina. Can we say 100 billion dollars!
The upcoming 2011 hurricane season, the forecast team at Colorado State University expects "somewhat more" active than the average 1950 to 2000 seasons. There will be (9) hurricanes, (5) intense hurricanes of Category 3, and the estimated number of hurricane days will be 40. There is a 73% percent chance that an intense hurricane will landfall alone the East Coast. Do your homework and be prepared! The question: Will one hit the East Coast!
Start Planning for 2011 Hurricane Season!
Talk to your insurance agent!
Generator Maintenance!
Inspect your storm shutters and get them serviced!
Take pictures of the outside and inside of your home, make sure there is a date on the picture!
Know the evacuations routes!
Take care of your pets! Have a plan to protect them!
Review your medical records and take important papers with you!
The problem?
Coastal development has brought many new situations that will cause major destruction. Are you READY! Know your evacuation routes and care for your pets.
The solution?
Mitigate or take action to lessen the effects of any hurricane. Who can help you take this action? Hurricane Shutter Design Center. We have been in business locally for over 17 years and have several product lines to choose from. It is our experience that can help you understand our local hurricane threat and what you can do to minimize your damage. Self preservation is the first rule of survival. Are you READY?