Hurricane Katrina - Ocean Springs, MSSeawinds

Ocean Springs – 20 ft storm surge

Lessons Learned

∙ Build ALL WALLS with ECO-Block !∙ Any system is only as good as it’s weakest link.∙ Hurricanes do happen.∙ Houses can survive tidal surges.

Resources for Fortified Living

∙ Fortified Homes for Better Living – Institute for Business and Home

Safety www.ihbs.org∙ HUD Publication – 320 Taking Shelter from the

Storm – Building a Safe Room Inside Your House 1- 888-565-3896 or www.fema.gov