With a clever trick, this man was able to save his home from the devastating Hurricane Milton

Written By ندى ماهر عبدربه on 2024/10/12

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Arab Weather - In a scene that reflects creativity and tireless efforts, a Florida man named Pedro Casares was able to protect his home from Hurricane Milton without causing any harm.

The measures Casares took to secure his home, and the innovations he implemented, proved effective during the devastating storm.

Unconventional idea protects Casares family home

In a photo that went viral, Orlando man Pedro Casares took creative measures to protect his family's home from Hurricane Milton, a Category 3 storm that hit the area. While some were skeptical about the effectiveness of his plan, his efforts later proved to be a huge success.

Casares, who is from Puerto Rico, decided to plant metal hooks in the ground, deep into the concrete, and attach them to giant plastic straps typically used to secure shipping containers to ships. The idea was to keep the roof from coming off the house during a storm.

The cost of innovation and its success in protecting the home

Casares spent about $22,000 to secure the custom-designed cement anchors and straps, which were estimated to be able to hold 5,400 pounds. The caution came after the Casares family had previously been hit by a hurricane while living in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, where the winds nearly blew off the aluminum roof of their home.

TikTok Tour: Home Stays Intact Despite Hurricane Milton

Casares' daughter, on TikTok, took a live tour of the house after the storm to show followers the condition of the house, confirming that everything was fine. She said:

"The house is fine. There are leaves scattered everywhere, but the roof and everything is still in place. Not a single tile or brick has come up."

She added that "the tapes will not be removed until the hurricane is over," referring to the precautions that have been taken.

Positive interaction on social media

Before the hurricane hit, Casares’ idea had gained a lot of traction on social media. Users described his efforts as innovative and genius, with some calling him a “legend” for thinking outside the box. Others praised his efforts as an example of how to deal with disasters in a creative way.

One commenter joked:

“Everyone is laughing now, but when the other houses float down the street, this guy will be sitting in his pool watching TV!”

Hurricane Milton Leaves a Mark on Florida

While Casares managed to protect his home, not all homes in Florida were so lucky. Hurricane Milton hit coastal communities hard, causing extensive damage. At least 16 people died, and rescuers continued their efforts to save those trapped in swollen rivers.

Despite the devastation caused by the hurricane, many Floridians were relieved that the storm was not worse than scientists had predicted.

Life returns to normal in Florida

As the hurricane passed, life in Florida began to gradually return to normal. Walt Disney World and other theme parks reopened, while Orlando International Airport, the state's busiest, resumed full operations on Friday.