[metmom]

Maybe, we need to design and build “wind shelter” spots WITHIN homes?

They have stuff like that for tornadoes.

It certainly is an option for use in hurricane country.

https://www.google.com/search?q=tornado+rooms+for+houses&rlz=1C1CHBD_enUS724US724&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwijyNzE7qDWAhWd0YMKHZJ_BI8QsAQIkQI&biw=1440&bih=770

[NautiNurse]

Everyone in hurricane alley is supposed to have a safe room (windowless, center of dwelling) which should contain storm supplies to endure 12-15 hours of high winds. A mattress is considered useful in the event the roof is breached, or to take a nap between squalls.