SERVPRO of Metrocrest is ready for Wind and Rain Damage in Dallas, TX

3/29/2016 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Metrocrest is ready for Dallas, TX Storm Damage. (972) 233-8400.

SERVPRO of Metrocrest knows, as we all do, that strong winds are usually coupled with heavy rains here in Dallas and surrounding areas.  SERVPRO of Metrocrest is always ready to respond to your water damage needs, residential or commercial, relating to wind and flooding rain.

Damaging Winds Basics

What are damaging winds?

Damaging winds are often called “straight-line” winds to differentiate the damage they cause from tornado damage. Strong thunderstorm winds can come from a number of different processes. Most thunderstorm winds that cause damage at the ground are a result of outflow generated by a thunderstorm downdraft. Damaging winds are classified as those exceeding 50-60 mph. 

Are damaging winds really a big deal?

Damage from severe thunderstorm winds account for half of all severe reports in the lower 48 states and is more common than damage from tornadoes. Wind speeds can reach up to 100 mph and can produce a damage path extending for hundreds of miles. 

Who is at risk from damaging winds?

Since most thunderstorms produce some straight-line winds as a result of outflow generated by the thunderstorm downdraft, anyone living in thunderstorm-prone areas of the world is at risk for experiencing this hazard. 

People living in mobile homes are especially at risk for injury and death. Even anchored mobile homes can be seriously damaged when winds gust over 80 mph.