Newbie Hurricane question

[TnTTV]

Hi, I'm watching from New Jersey but I closed on a manufactured home in September. I'm not used to being concerned about hurricanes nor have I ever lived in a manufactured home. How do the manufactured homes in the north generally hold up? I realize they have been there for decades so likely they are fine but Milton is getting pretty close. Do any of my new neighbors have concerns?

Thanks

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Hi, I'm watching from New Jersey but I closed on a manufactured home in September. I'm not used to being concerned about hurricanes nor have I ever lived in a manufactured home. How do the manufactured homes in the north generally hold up? I realize they have been there for decades so likely they are fine but Milton is getting pretty close. Do any of my new neighbors have concerns?

Thanks

I'm in the "Historic Section" too, in a manufactured home. I'm concerned, but not TOO worried. It's very likely that this storm will do what others have done - skirted south of us. If that happens, we will definitely see harsh winds, rain - similar to a "severe storm" you'd get at Atlantic City. So you know those can be pretty horrible. But we're inland, so we won't see that kind of storm surge. Most of the damage here would be from wind, and most of THAT would be lawn ornaments and tree branches and deck chairs being blown through windows off the lanais.

If we were more in the direct path, we'd probably have to accept the loss of roofs. They're not quite as sturdy as site-built roofs and can be ripped off by a gust strong enough. But I'm thinking we'll see the outer bands of the hurricane. You might lose some shingles if you have a shingle roof. If you haven't had a metal roof checked and sealed in the last couple of years, you might see a corner of it ripped up off the the edge of the house. You might see some damage to your laundry shed, or a collapsed car port.

We didn't see ANY of that for Helene, and other than minor damage, power loss, a couple days of sewage trouble, and lots of flooding, I don't think even Irma caused all that much trouble for this side of the Villages.

What we'd want to be watchful for is tornadoes. But again - they seem to prefer to veer south of us for some reason. I'm /guessing/ that being in close proximity to the Ocala Forest has something to do with that. Air patterns and trajectory and wind shifts or some kind of meteorogical brouhaha that is way over my head.

[Tvflguy]

All said, best to be in a concrete panel or block home. Next is a wood frame home. Then a manufactured home. It’s simply how much lateral wind force a structure can take.

But here in The Villages we tend to be sheltered from extreme winds as this storm will bring. Make sure any potential projectile objects are secured or brought inside.

We’re fortunate not to be concerned about drastic flooding or storm surge here.

Fingers crossed.

[hypart]

Hi, I'm watching from New Jersey but I closed on a manufactured home in September. I'm not used to being concerned about hurricanes nor have I ever lived in a manufactured home. How do the manufactured homes in the north generally hold up? I realize they have been there for decades so likely they are fine but Milton is getting pretty close. Do any of my new neighbors have concerns?

Thanks

It's all about flooding. Usually the worst areas hit are close to rivers. I lost my house in NJ in 2021 during hurricane Ida. It was a mile from Raritan river. Never thought a hurricane would pose a threat in NJ.

Strange times.

[Altavia]

Shelters | Sumter County, FL - Official Website (https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/1109/Shelters)

Shelters

The time may arise that you need to evacuate your home to go to a safer place. Hurricane shelters will be available for people who have no other place to go. The best options for our citizens is to go to a relative or friend’s site built home. Those who need to consider evacuation include:

Mobile, manufactured and modular homes and recreational vehicles
Low lying, and flood prone areas

Special needs
Those who do not feel safe by themselves

If you have no choice but to go to a shelter, do not leave your home until officials announce that the shelter is open. Information about shelters that are open in your area will be available through newspapers, television, radio, and Emergency Management.

Shelters do not have cots, blankets, or other supplies. You will need to bring your own. Locations can change quickly, so stay informed.

Please bring the following:

Identification such as a driver’s licenses
Bedding (cot, air mattress, blanket, pillow)
Food and water
Prescriptions
Extra baby food or formula
Toiletries (tooth brush and paste, body soap, etc.)
Games or sources of entertainment
Please bring all necessary supplies for your pet

Please DO NOT bring:
Weapons
Illegal drugs
Alcohol
Please remember to check before proceeding to a shelter. Not all shelters are opened during an event. Please call the Citizen Information Line at 352-689-4400 to confirm that they are accepting evacuees before going to a shelter.

All shelters are pet-friendly.

Sumter County General Population Shelters

Sumter Fairgrounds
7620 SR 471
Webster, FL 33597

South Sumter High School
706 N. Main St, SR 475
Bushnell, FL 33513

Wildwood Elementary School
300 Huey Street
Wildwood, FL 34785

Webster Elementary School
349 S Market Blvd, SR 471
Webster, FL 33597

Center Hill Recreation Center
74 S. Virginia Avenue
Center Hill, FL 33514
Special Needs Shelter:

Wildwood Community Center
6500 Powell Road
Wildwood, FL 34785
Evacuation

Know if and when to evacuate
You might not need to evacuate if you live in a site-built structure, not located in the area subject to flooding. The evacuation order may not apply to you.

If you live in a mobile home, even if it’s well away from the water and tied down, wind could pose a threat to your safety.

If you feel that you must evacuate, please make sure that you do so far enough in advance. Just remember that the Florida Turnpike and I-75 merge in Wildwood, and everyone south of Sumter County will have the same idea as you.

Call 511 Traveler Information System (or visit visit Florida 511) before you leave, to receive up-to-date traffic information. You can also download the free Florida 511 mobile app, available for iPhone and Android devices.

[TnTTV]

Thanks everyone for the replies. Hoping for the best. Looking forward to moving soon.

[BPRICE1234]

So no shelters in TV. Thanks for the info.







Shelters | Sumter County, FL - Official Website (https://www.sumtercountyfl.gov/1109/Shelters)

Shelters

The time may arise that you need to evacuate your home to go to a safer place. Hurricane shelters will be available for people who have no other place to go. The best options for our citizens is to go to a relative or friend’s site built home. Those who need to consider evacuation include:

Mobile, manufactured and modular homes and recreational vehicles
Low lying, and flood prone areas

Special needs
Those who do not feel safe by themselves

If you have no choice but to go to a shelter, do not leave your home until officials announce that the shelter is open. Information about shelters that are open in your area will be available through newspapers, television, radio, and Emergency Management.

Shelters do not have cots, blankets, or other supplies. You will need to bring your own. Locations can change quickly, so stay informed.

Please bring the following:

Identification such as a driver’s licenses
Bedding (cot, air mattress, blanket, pillow)
Food and water
Prescriptions
Extra baby food or formula
Toiletries (tooth brush and paste, body soap, etc.)
Games or sources of entertainment
Please bring all necessary supplies for your pet

Please DO NOT bring:
Weapons
Illegal drugs
Alcohol
Please remember to check before proceeding to a shelter. Not all shelters are opened during an event. Please call the Citizen Information Line at 352-689-4400 to confirm that they are accepting evacuees before going to a shelter.

All shelters are pet-friendly.

Sumter County General Population Shelters

Sumter Fairgrounds
7620 SR 471
Webster, FL 33597

South Sumter High School
706 N. Main St, SR 475
Bushnell, FL 33513

Wildwood Elementary School
300 Huey Street
Wildwood, FL 34785

Webster Elementary School
349 S Market Blvd, SR 471
Webster, FL 33597

Center Hill Recreation Center
74 S. Virginia Avenue
Center Hill, FL 33514
Special Needs Shelter:

Wildwood Community Center
6500 Powell Road
Wildwood, FL 34785
Evacuation

Know if and when to evacuate
You might not need to evacuate if you live in a site-built structure, not located in the area subject to flooding. The evacuation order may not apply to you.

If you live in a mobile home, even if it’s well away from the water and tied down, wind could pose a threat to your safety.

If you feel that you must evacuate, please make sure that you do so far enough in advance. Just remember that the Florida Turnpike and I-75 merge in Wildwood, and everyone south of Sumter County will have the same idea as you.

Call 511 Traveler Information System (or visit visit Florida 511) before you leave, to receive up-to-date traffic information. You can also download the free Florida 511 mobile app, available for iPhone and Android devices.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Folks, if you read the OP's post you'll see he's not IN Florida, presently. He owns a manufactured home here but he is located in New Jersey. He's not going to be helped by information on shelters. He's in New Jersey. He's already safer than any of us.

OTOH - OP if you DO have stuff outside your dwelling that you want moved away from windows (such as lawn ornaments or potted plants that are taller than the width of the pots, or a swinging lamp-post sign, or lightweight deck chairs, for example) feel free to DM me and I'll make sure to move it all under your carport near the door (or in your shed if your shed door is unlocked). I can't lift anything very heavy but I'm happy to help out a new "neighbor" as I'm able.

[Altavia]

Folks, if you read the OP's post you'll see he's not IN Florida, presently. He owns a manufactured home here but he is located in New Jersey. He's not going to be helped by information on shelters. He's in New Jersey. He's already safer than any of us.

OTOH - OP if you DO have stuff outside your dwelling that you want moved away from windows (such as lawn ornaments or potted plants that are taller than the width of the pots, or a swinging lamp-post sign, or lightweight deck chairs, for example) feel free to DM me and I'll make sure to move it all under your carport near the door (or in your shed if your shed door is unlocked). I can't lift anything very heavy but I'm happy to help out a new "neighbor" as I'm able.

You're correct, mistakenly posted that in the wrong thread - intended to give options other than riding out the storm in a restroom ;-)

[Pairadocs]

All said, best to be in a concrete panel or block home. Next is a wood frame home. Then a manufactured home. It’s simply how much lateral wind force a structure can take.

But here in The Villages we tend to be sheltered from extreme winds as this storm will bring. Make sure any potential projectile objects are secured or brought inside.

We’re fortunate not to be concerned about drastic flooding or storm surge here.

Fingers crossed.


The last one I remember of any consequence here in the villages was back in 2004, think it was Charley. DAYS of rain so hard you could NOT SEE the houses right across the street in our village ! But, even then, though we had periods of loss of electricity, they were an hour or two off, then 3-4 hours on, to allow more power to the grid so those near the coast could be restored. That was the only time I remember a hurricane being a major inconvenience this far inland.... many HUGE live oaks were lost, I remember the huge one outside the old movie theater in Spanish springs.... the entire SIDEWALK came up with the oak's gigantic roots....and after it went through, a tornado formed and took out an entire church on OBT (that's route 441 if you're new here) near Fruitland park. We lost a LOT of trees in that one !

[MikeN]

Too late now but you should be very concerned. Some counties have ordered mandatory evacuation from mobile homes, manufactured homes and homes built before 1994. Good luck

[midiwiz]

Too late now but you should be very concerned. Some counties have ordered mandatory evacuation from mobile homes, manufactured homes and homes built before 1994. Good luck

Sumter has also. just go read it on the sumter county site.

[Rodneysblue]

Hi, I'm watching from New Jersey but I closed on a manufactured home in September. I'm not used to being concerned about hurricanes nor have I ever lived in a manufactured home. How do the manufactured homes in the north generally hold up? I realize they have been there for decades so likely they are fine but Milton is getting pretty close. Do any of my new neighbors have concerns?

Thanks

No. What will be will be.

[Mrfriendly]

Hi, I'm watching from New Jersey but I closed on a manufactured home in September. I'm not used to being concerned about hurricanes nor have I ever lived in a manufactured home. How do the manufactured homes in the north generally hold up? I realize they have been there for decades so likely they are fine but Milton is getting pretty close. Do any of my new neighbors have concerns?

Thanks

we have similar concerns and are in same situation as you. Hurricane Sandy smacked us very hard back then. Hopefully, you have met your neighbors and are friendly and exchanged contact information.

[JRcorvette]

I would never stay in a mobile home if a hurricane was coming. They are not built to withstand high winds. Other than that they are fine. Older ones are much worse than the current new ones.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

You're correct, mistakenly posted that in the wrong thread - intended to give options other than riding out the storm in a restroom ;-)

You'd be surprised at how those restrooms in the town squares could withstand insane winds. They're built like bunkers.

[TnTTV]

OrangeBlossom, I totally appreciate it but I think we're good. We havent even moved in yet so we have nothing there. Thanks for the offer.

Yes, everyone we are in NJ and not there. I just worry about damage and not being there to look after the storm. Thanks everyone and hoping for the best for everyone.

[TnTTV]

we have similar concerns and are in same situation as you. Hurricane Sandy smacked us very hard back then. Hopefully, you have met your neighbors and are friendly and exchanged contact information.
Hey Bill, yeah I had Sandy damage here as well. As far as the Villages I havent even moved in yet, the place is empty. I'm headed there in 2 weeks.

[Edgewater2]

Hi, I'm watching from New Jersey but I closed on a manufactured home in September. I'm not used to being concerned about hurricanes nor have I ever lived in a manufactured home. How do the manufactured homes in the north generally hold up? I realize they have been there for decades so likely they are fine but Milton is getting pretty close. Do any of my new neighbors have concerns?

Thanks
Been in The Villages 25 years through a lot of hurricanes. They're saying this one is historic, the worst we've had. You really need to worry about the tornadoes. The one that went through The Villages years ago flattened frame-built homes to their foundation. A 2,000-pound cement wall surrounding a villa neighborhood flew away, never to be found. The track of Milton and the intensity when it reaches us will determine whether manufactured homes survive. Too soon to tell. Hopefully, no tornadoes. Good luck to everyone out there.

[G.R.I.T.S.]

Historic side was without power 2 weeks after Irma.

[Escape Artist]

I’ve lived in TV for four years now and I’ve been through a few major hurricanes. It scared me at first with everyone telling me to prepare for the worst, power outages, possible utility failures, buy flashlights, batteries, bottled water, put patio furniture in the garage, etc. and they all turned out to be nothing burgers. Rain and some wind but that’s it. Keeping my fingers crossed that trend will continue.

[mikeycereal]

You'd be surprised at how those restrooms in the town squares could withstand insane winds. They're built like bunkers.

Brownwood Hotel restroom is top notch. I always said I could eat off the floor in there. Maybe it's time I give it a try.

"Porter, I'll take a bottle of wine to my room."

"What room sir?"

"Mens."

:duck:

[Altavia]

I’ve lived in TV for four years now and I’ve been through a few major hurricanes. It scared me at first with everyone telling me to prepare for the worst, power outages, possible utility failures, buy flashlights, batteries, bottled water, put patio furniture in the garage, etc. and they all turned out to be nothing burgers. Rain and some wind but that’s it. Keeping my fingers crossed that trend will continue.

Then we usually have really nice, sunny, cooler weather after.

[asianthree]

Brownwood Hotel restroom is top notch. I always said I could eat off the floor in there. Maybe it's time I give it a try.

"Porter, I'll take a bottle of wine to my room."

"What room sir?"

"Mens."

:duck:

If you’re just heading to the men’s room, you can borrow one of my wine bottle cases. Holds one bottle protected to a 10’ drop. 2 shatter proof cab glasses, wine thief, foil cutter, cloth for drips. Looks like a very small discrete backpack.

If you are bringing friends have a full carrier for 2 bottles, four glasses. But heads up if you insert cheap wine, the carrier will spit it out.

[4$ALE]

You'd be surprised at how those restrooms in the town squares could withstand insane winds. They're built like bunkers.

:rolleyes: Built like a "Brick $h!7house" ...... if I remember correctly the mens' room seats 2 and the rest is standing room only. :shrug:

[4$ALE]

Been in The Villages 25 years through a lot of hurricanes. They're saying this one is historic, the worst we've had. You really need to worry about the tornadoes. The one that went through The Villages years ago flattened frame-built homes to their foundation. A 2,000-pound cement wall surrounding a villa neighborhood flew away, never to be found. The track of Milton and the intensity when it reaches us will determine whether manufactured homes survive. Too soon to tell. Hopefully, no tornadoes. Good luck to everyone out there.

;) I've asked you a million times not to exaggerate! If a 2,000 lb. wall flew away to never be found..... how did you weigh it and I think maybe you didn't look hard enough for it. Lol
:) I slept through that tornado in 2007..... don't think I will be sleeping that well tomorrow night. Everyone be safe.

[Velvet]

;) I've asked you a million times not to exaggerate! If a 2,000 lb. wall flew away to never be found..... how did you weigh it and I think maybe you didn't look hard enough for it. Lol
:) I slept through that tornado in 2007..... don't think I will be sleeping that well tomorrow night. Everyone be safe.

Well, that particular tornado cut a corner of my house off, but I wasn’t the one living in it those days.

[Blueblaze]

Yes, plan for a real hurricane. It could happen. But most likely it won't where we are, so keep your head on. The tornado freakout is especially silly. Eddies in hurricanes can form and we call them tornadoes, but they're not like the tornadoes that form from a legitimate super-cell thunderstorm with cloud-tops in the stratosphere. Hurricane tornadoes are typically just small, brief, cat 1 funnel winds, 75 to 95 mph. Basically, they're the same winds we prepare for, but almost never see from a hurricane, 80 miles inland.

[TnTTV]

How did everyone hold up?

[Dusty_Star]

It's all about flooding. Usually the worst areas hit are close to rivers. I lost my house in NJ in 2021 during hurricane Ida. It was a mile from Raritan river. Never thought a hurricane would pose a threat in NJ.

Strange times.

Sorry about your house. Hurricane Sandy in 2012 was also pretty bad for New Jersey. More than two million houses lost power, 346,000 houses were damaged or destroyed, and 38 people were killed. & I can never forget the pictures/video of the water rushing into the subways in NYC.

[mikeycereal]

How did everyone hold up?

Good. Never lost power or internet. Yard, house and cage look fine. Neighborhood appears normal with no shingles lost on my street.

[TnTTV]

Anyone know if any damage was reported in the historic side with manufactured homes?