[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by redwitch

A lot depends on the weight of your furniture. If the heavy iron, I probably wouldn't worry about it all -- it would take a direct hit from a tornado to have it do any real damage and then it wouldn't much matter. Otherwise, if wind is projected over 50 mph, I'd have it moved. Definitely have small items or anything on the walls removed (should have been done before you went back up north).

Never heard of anyone cutting the lanai screens here. I do know that some remove the acrylic windows but not to prevent structural damage but to prevent them getting scratched from flying debris.

Personally, I think it is worth having your trees, especially the palms, trimmed at the beginning of the hurricane season. It is really common to have branches blown off which do have the potential of doing some damage. Bring in outside hoses, decor, etc.

Hope this helps a little.

I agree completely on every point. I too am baffled by screens being cut.