After Hurricane Andrew decimated parts of south Florida in 1992, state officials mandated sweeping building code revisions for new construction. Those changes continue to limit damage from storms now.
After Hurricane Andrew decimated parts of south Florida in 1992, state officials mandated sweeping building code revisions for new construction. Those changes continue to limit damage from storms now.
It often takes a crisis for society and government to react. Whether it be seat belts, smoking, or building safety, unfortunately, catastrophe can move the needle toward addressing public safety ...
The wake of Hurricane Andrew in Dade County, Fla., in August 1992. Fifty-four people died in the storm, which caused over $27 billion in damages and led to Florida’s adoption of a statewide building ...
Senate Bill 180 would freeze tougher rules for at least two years, potentially allowing developers to rebuild under the same codes that failed to protect property. The Tampa Bay Times e-Newspaper is a ...