Tornado wind speeds can be as high as 500 km/h. They can topple trees, flatten homes, and overturn vehicles. But we’ve got some tips to help you keep your home and family safe from wind damage.

 

3 basic steps you can take:

Secure patio furniture, barbecues, garbage cans and other possible projectiles (stack furniture against a wall, attach to a sturdy structure with bungee cords, bring inside, etc.).

Park your car in a garage, if possible, or as far as you can from trees, streetlights and power lines.

Before a storm, make sure your windows, shutters, and doors are all closed and locked.

 

3 steps that require a little DIY spirit:

Prune dead or damaged branches from trees so they don’t break off and cause damage.

Inspect your roof for loose shingles so they won’t get torn off.

Make sure your siding is sealed properly to prevent wind from getting underneath and tearing it off the building.

 

3 steps that may require professional help:

Install impact-resistant windows or storm shutters.

Have trees that are too close to your home removed.

Install Class 4 impact-resistant roofing for the best protection against high winds.