Hurricane Season is Here! Why you should think Hurricane Safe.
- Taylor Ritchie
- Jul 22
- 3 min read
Summer is finally here! Planning family vacations, spending time at the beach, maybe just relaxing in the shade, eating ice cream, snow cones, and having a time to have fun! Well, not for those who live in the Gulf Coast regions. The Gulf Coast is one of the most hurricane-prone regions in the United States. Summertime is hurricane season, starting June 1st until November 30th, which is HALF THE YEAR.
Why Should You Think Hurricane-Safe?
Thinking hurricane-safe means being proactive, not panicked. It’s about preparing your home or business for the worst before it happens—so that when the winds pick up and the alerts go out, you’re not scrambling. From securing loose items outdoors to reinforcing your property with impact-rated materials, these are steps that protect not just your building, but the people inside it.
It’s easy to think “it won’t happen to me”—until it does. Hurricanes don’t follow rules, and the cost of waiting too long can be devastating. So this season, challenge yourself to think differently. Think ahead. Think hurricane-safe.
Thinking hurricane-safe means:
Reviewing your emergency kit
Knowing your evacuation route
Securing your outdoor furniture and landscaping
Reinforcing vulnerable areas of your home (like windows, doors, and garage doors)
Understanding your insurance coverage
It’s Not Just About the Big Storms
Hurricane safety isn’t only for major Category 4 or 5 hurricanes. Even tropical storms or lower-category hurricanes can do serious damage—especially to windows, roofs, and exterior structures. High winds can turn everyday items into flying projectiles. One broken window can lead to water damage, shattered glass, and pressure imbalances that threaten the structure of your home.
The takeaway? You don’t need a massive storm to see major consequences.
A Wake-Up Call in the Numbers
According to FEMA and NOAA data, hurricanes and tropical storms cause billions of dollars in damage each year—and homes are often the first to suffer. During Hurricane Harvey in 2017, over 204,000 homes in Texas were damaged or destroyed, according to a FEMA After-Action Report. In Louisiana, more than 90% of homes in Lake Charles sustained damage from Hurricane Laura in 2020, based on reporting by The Advocate.
And it’s not just these headline-making storms—tens of thousands of homes across the Gulf Coast are affected each year by wind, water, and flying debris during hurricane season, according to NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information.
Every year, we learn something new from past storms—how fast they form, how far inland they reach, how unpredictable they can be. Storms are becoming more intense, more frequent, and less forgiving. And each season is a reminder that preparation isn't just a recommendation—it's a responsibility.
Hurricane Safety Is a Lifestyle, Not a One-Time Fix
Being hurricane-safe is more than checking a box before a storm—it’s a mindset, a long-term commitment to resilience. It’s about asking: Is my home or business truly ready for what nature might throw at it?
Hurricane preparation isn’t just boarding up windows or buying sandbags at the last minute. It’s about building smarter. Stronger. Safer.
That can mean:
Upgrading to hurricane impact glass
Reinforcing entry points
Upgrading or Checking electrical systems
Staying educated on storm patterns and risks
And yes, sometimes it’s as simple as knowing your evacuation plan or trimming trees before hurricane season arrives.
Because the truth is, you don’t have to be in the eye of a Category 5 to experience serious damage. Even outer bands of a storm can send debris crashing through windows, break seals, and compromise the structure of your home. One moment is all it takes.
Brick's Hurricane Impact Glass
Brick’s Hurricane Impact Glass is built with real-world storms in mind. Engineered for strength and tested under the most rigorous conditions, it is officially Miami-Dade County certified—meeting some of the toughest standards in the country for impact resistance. This certification ensures that the glass is designed to withstand powerful wind loads and flying debris, offering an added layer of protection when extreme weather strikes.
Unlike temporary solutions like shutters or plywood, Brick's Hurricane Impact Glass stays in place and is ready to perform when needed most, without altering the natural look or visibility of your windows.
Whether you're preparing for the next storm or future-proofing your property, thinking hurricane-safe is a lifestyle choice. One that supports the safety of your family, your business, and your peace of mind—not just this season, but for years to come.
Ready to take the next step?
Contact the team at Brick to learn more about our certified hurricane impact glass or explore your options, Let’s build smarter—and safer—together.
'Till next time, Stay Glassy!
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