Florida Hurricane Products International

Windows: Protecting your windows is perhaps one of the most important factors in securing your home or office from total destruction in a hurricane or severe storm. Replace gravel/rock landscaping material with fire treated, shredded bark to reduce damage.

Cover all large windows and glass doors with securely fastened, impact-resistant hurricane shutters with proper mounting fixtures or replace them with impact resistant laminated window and door systems, if feasible.Hurricane Straps: Metal hurricane straps or clips provide the proper measure of strength and safety for the roof-to-wall connection.

Have an out-of-state friend as a family contact, so all your family members have a single point of contact. Post emergency telephone numbers by your phones and make sure your children know how and when to call 911. Check your insurance coverage - flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance.

One gallon of water for each person each day for drinking and food preparation, stored in plastic containers. A three- to seven-day supply of canned or nonperishable food that requires little or no preparation or heating such as: canned pastas, soups, meats (tuna, chicken, etc.), fruits and juices, peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, raisins and nuts, dried fruits, beef jerky.

Fill your vehicles with gasoline because gas stations may not have electricity for the pumps. Have cash because ATMs and credit card machines won't work without power. The generator should be protected from rain, but allow several feet of space around it because the engine is air cooled. Make sure two sides of the covering are open, with one being the side for the engine exhaust.

However, Lookout Shutters Inc. warrants this product to be virtually indestructible for 15 years. Panels are available in widths ranging from 15" to 57" wide, so most windows may be covered with only one, super-lightweight, panel. The Lexan is fitted with patented aluminum hinges which mate with most popular aluminum blade designs.