As hurricanes get stronger, so must area structures

Architects, engineers and builders agree that the construction of new structures needs to focus heavily on materials and techniques steeped in resiliency.

The Beach Bar on Fort Myers Beach is being rebuilt two years after it was destroyed by Hurricane Ian.
The Beach Bar on Fort Myers Beach is being rebuilt two years after it was destroyed by Hurricane Ian.
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  • Manatee-Sarasota
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In the aftermath of two serious hurricanes last year and Hurricane Ian in 2022, renewed attention is being paid to how buildings are built and how to best protect your property against the worst that storms can bring.

 

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