1. Hurricane Katrina - Ocean Springs, MS Seawinds

2. Ocean Springs – 20 ft storm surge

21. Lessons Learned ∙Build ALL WALLS with ECO-Block ! ∙Any system is only as good as it’s weakest link. ∙Hurricanes do happen. ∙Houses can survive tidal surges.

22. Resources for Fortified Living ∙ Fortified Homes for Better Living – Institute for Business and Home Safety www.ihbs.org ∙HUD Publication – 320 Taking Shelter from the Storm – Building a Safe Room Inside Your House 1- 888-565-3896 or www.fema.gov