(TR221) A compilation of case studies from both hurricanes and tornados noting the importance of using concrete masonry in areas where high winds threaten structures. (2006)

In this issue of Concrete Masonry Designs Magazine(CMD), storm and wind resistance building techniques are covered.

Concrete Masonry for High Wind Areas and Storm Shelters is a presentation made by NCMA Staff at a Storm-Resistant Workshop conducted in Omaha Nebraska and Charleston South Carolina in 2007.

This TEK provides a summary of high wind requirements and detailing for concrete masonry residential construction from various high wind standards such as the ICC-600 Standard for Residential Construction in High Wind Regions.

(MR21) Research report conducted by Texas Tech University on resistance of masonry walls to wind borne missile debris. Various concrete masonry assemblies met the performance requirements for a 250 mph F-5 tornado. (2003).

Video of the wind borne missile impact testing conducted for publication MR21 above. Concrete masonry wall withstands impact of wood plank.

CNN's John King speaks with SarahBeth Harrison of Alabama about how her family survived a huge tornado. 4/28/2011

CBS News correspondent Rebecca Jarvis reports from Piedmont, Okla. on residents who survived a deadly twister by taking refuge in their safe rooms. 5/26/2011