Residential construction failures caused by hurricane Andrew

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The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has made several revisions to its hurricane-resistant codes as a result of residential failures sustained from Hurricane Andrew in 1992. These revisions include the adoption of the wind load section of the ASCE Standard 7-88 in place of the South Florida Building Code, and the provisions for sufficient protection of building envelopes from wind pressure and impact loads. Architects and engineers are required to participate in structural inspections and sign an affidavit certifying the structure's compliance with the building codes.

Analysis, Interpretation and construction, Building law, Building codes

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First-hand account of Andrew's impact

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An assistant city manager in Homestead, FL, describes the disaster that Hurricane Andrew caused to her city and its people and describes how the city recouped itself. The hurricane destroyed most of the city's buildings, public services systems such as water and electricity supplies and sanitation facilities. Removing debris and providing security to business establishments from looting assumed high priority. The city was able to rebuild itself through the help from other cities and aid from the federal government.

Personal narratives, Florida, Portrayals, Natural disasters, Public officers, Government officials, Hurricane Andrew, 1992

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The house that beats hurricanes

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A house designed by architect Ray Huff received the American Institute of Architects' 1998 Award of Excellence. The house was created to withstand hurricanes via features such as slats around the house to block flying debris and the use of 1/4-inch thick cement paneling to cover exterior walls.

Methods, Architect-designed houses

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