Wind & Tornado Damage

Wind and tornadoes can cause superficial damage as well as hidden, yet significant destruction. However, insurance companies are unlikely to investigate beyond surface damage. Since you’ve paid for coverage on your home, make sure you know how severe your home’s damage is before settling your claim.

Wind Damage

Damaging winds are called “straight-line” winds to differentiate their severity from tornado damage. Scientists classify winds as damaging if they exceed 60 mph. Most thunderstorm gusts that cause damage at the ground are a result of outflow generated by a thunderstorm downdraft.

Damage resulting from extreme thunderstorm winds account for more than half of all severe reports in the U.S. and are more common than tornado damage, according to The National Severe Storms Laboratory. Furthermore, wind speeds can reach up to 100 mph and produce a damage path extending for hundreds of miles.

Tornado Damage

Tornadoes occur as a result of the energy released from thunderstorms. Although they’re powerful, tornadoes only account for a small fraction of the energy found in thunderstorms. However, they’re dangerous because of the power they can release in a concentrated area. In extreme cases, tornadic wind speeds can surpass 300 mph. Destructive gusts can cause cars to become airborne, rip homes to shreds, and turn broken glass into projectiles.

Surviving a tornado can be a traumatizing experience, but your insurance company may try minimizing the situation. Let Hudson Douglas Public Adjusters take care of your claim to ensure you receive fair compensation. We work for you, not your insurance company.