Strategic Tree Planting Cuts Hurricane Roof Damage in Half According to an FIU Study

Turns out, the way you plant trees around your home can actually make a big difference during a hurricane. Researchers at Florida International University found that carefully placing trees, like pines, oaks, and palms, can cut the suction forces on your roof by half. That means there’s a real, practical way to protect your house without breaking the bank, just by adding a few trees to your yard.

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