[editor-surveyor]

"I'd also suggest a building code that would see most houses and businesses withstand a sustained 150 MPH wind."

You do realize that you're talking in terms of reinforced concrete?

[DoughtyOne]

I realize this is a problematic suggestion. Take a look at the devistation and tell me that is better.

People in LA have to build to codes that eliminate quite a bit of the damage from earthquakes. People in hurricane alley, should do something similar.