Tape On Windows Hurricane

Many people still believe that taping windows for a hurricane can protect their homes from storm damage. But heres the truth: hurricane taping windows is a dangerous myth. As Floridians prepare for Hurricane Ian's impact, there is one go-to "safety" measure many people do: taping their windows.

However, experts say it's a bad, and potentially dangerous, idea. Taping windows for hurricanes is a dangerous myth. Learn why it doesnt work, and what actually protects your home from storm damage.

Applying tape to a window provides virtually no structural reinforcement against the threats of a hurricane. The primary dangers are immense pressure differences and impact from wind-borne debris. The belief that taping your windows during a hurricane will help keep them intact is a MYTH, and a dangerous one.

You should absolutely NEVER tape your windows before a hurricane. After the storm passes you will spend many a hot summer afternoon trying to scrape the old, baked-on tape off your windows (assuming they weren't shattered). Once a Hurricane Warning has been issued you would be better off spending your time putting up shutters over doors and windows.