Pedro Casares, the Florida man who strapped down his house to protect it from Hurricane Milton, has decided to keep the straps in place for the remainder of the hurricane season. After the storm passed, Pedro’s daughter Raisa shared that their house remained intact, with no damage to the roof, thanks to the eight-foot-deep cement hooks and straps used to secure the home. Despite nearby houses also surviving the storm without being strapped down, the Casares family is playing it safe.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs until the end of November, and Pedro isn’t taking any chances. Raisa explained that although Hurricane Milton is over, the family is keeping the straps on in case another storm hits. The decision is a precautionary measure to avoid potential damage from future storms during the unpredictable season.
Fortunately, their home was in a no-flood zone, which spared it from water damage, and not a single shingle or tile was lost during Milton’s powerful winds. While their street avoided major destruction, Raisa mentioned that nearby areas weren’t as lucky, with falling debris causing damage to some homes.
Pedro’s cautious approach has been praised online, with many agreeing that keeping the straps in place is a wise move. As recovery efforts continue in Florida, the Casares family is prepared for whatever the rest of hurricane season may bring.
