Powerful Winds Damage Properties in La Palma?

2/6/2024 (Permalink)

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Our local Buena Park team has been restoring storm damage in La Palma for many years. Each year the Santa Ana winds blow through Southern California, causing significant property damage. These strong, dry, and hot winds originate from the Great Basin and flow towards the coast. Here's how Santa Ana winds can cause damage to homes:

Fire Hazard: The Santa Ana winds are known for their low humidity levels and high speeds. When they blow through the region, they can quickly dry out vegetation, turning it into tinder. Any small spark or ignition source can lead to fast-spreading wildfires, threatening homes in nearby areas.

Downed Trees and Power Lines: The strong winds can uproot trees or break branches, which may fall onto homes, causing structural damage and power outages. Falling trees and power lines also pose a safety risk.

Wind-Driven Debris: The high winds can pick up debris, loose objects, and dust, turning them into projectiles. These can damage windows, siding, and roofs of homes in their path.

Roof Damage: Santa Ana winds can exert strong uplift forces on roofs, potentially causing shingle or tile damage or, in extreme cases, lifting portions of the roof off.

Structural Stress: The constant battering of homes by strong winds can stress the structural integrity of buildings, potentially leading to damage or weakening over time.

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