Incredible Destruction in Houston in Less Than 1 Hour of 105–113 mph Hurricane Force Winds

Incredible destruction in Houston in less than 1 hour of 105–113 mph hurricane force winds. Windows blown out, roofs ripped off, trees down, limbs and debris scattered everywhere. A Category 2–3 hurricane with no warning is terrifying—especially as these storms become more frequent and more powerful.

Miami-Dade set the benchmark for hurricane building codes after Hurricane Andrew in 1992, sparking an entire industry dedicated to resilient products. Hurricane Sandy in 2012 further accelerated this shift, driving manufacturers to invest in rigorous testing as the entire East Coast to New England became a market for hurricane-rated systems.

Every storm-prone region should be building to higher standards. In South Florida, where systems are tested to withstand 170+ mph winds and flying debris, decades of experience from architects, engineers, and consultants come together to make homes truly resilient. Anywhere outside of Miami-Dade should be asking: are we ready for what’s coming?