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NWS Supports Disaster-Resistant Home

Deputy Regional Dir. Steven Cooper (far left), Regional Director Bill Proenza (second from left) and Climate Services Program Manager Victor Murphy (far right) join principles for demonstration ceremony.

National Weather Service Southern Region representatives joined the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH), FEMA and the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Greater Dallas to showcase a custom built, disaster resistant home. On display as part of the HBA's 13th annual Parade of Homes in Frisco, Texas -- the home is the first "Blueprint for Safety" house to demonstrate the latest products and features designed to provide maximum protection for people and property.

Southern Region Director Bill Proenza addresses attendees at demonstration ceremony.

Speaking at ceremony in the home, NWS Southern Region Director Bill Proenza noted the destruction caused by recent hurricanes in Florida and Alabama as well as the massive destruction wreaked by Hurricane Andrew in 1992. "The National Weather Service was one of dozens of government and private sector partners that joined FLASH's campaign to strengthen America's homes back in the 1990s," he said. "Stronger, safer homes help us achieve our common goal of saving lives and property when disaster strikes."
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