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Storm Shutters
Why take them down ? Leaving a house shuttered creates safety issues , especially prohibiting occupants from safely and quickly escaping the house should an emergency take place inside .
City ordinance states that shutters must be removed within 14 days after the termination of a major storm . The City is requesting that all residents remove their shutters as soon as possible .
Protect your loved ones In the event of a fire , shutters can limit access to you , your family and pets , as well as obstruct firefighting . These valuable moments can be the difference between life and death .
Storm shutter regulations According to City Code Sec . 41.10 storm shutter regulations , storm shutters must be removed 14 days after a named storm leaves the area . It may be tempting to keep your hurricane shutters all year . However , hurricane shutters , which are designed to protect your home and family during a storm , can be unsafe and even deadly when left on your windows the rest of the year .
To learn more , visit CityofPSL . com / ShutterCode
Let the light shine through !