Building Science in Action
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Review videos that feature case studies, success stories, interviews with top experts, and training that shed light on the path toward creating sturdy, sustainable, and resilient structures.
Explore how the latest research and practical applications shape the future of building science and building codes, making our surroundings safer and more adaptable to the changing world.
Building Science in Action
It Starts with You: Building Code Advocacy after the 2013 Moore Tornado
Ten years after the 2013 Moore tornado, FEMA speaks with Dr. Marc Levitan from NIST and Sheri Bittle, former teacher at Briarwood Elementary School.
Mitigation Matters: Rebuilding for a Resilient Future
Homeowner Al Dintino uses FEMA's Building Science online resources to follow mitigation measures that allowed him to rebuild safer and stronger to withstand future storms and floods.
Safe Room Testimonial Video: Tom Cook
In May 2008, Tom Cook and his teenage daughter Ryanne survived a catastrophic tornado in Racine, MO, that leveled their home.
Instructional Videos
Earthquake Safety with Your Service Animal: Drop, Cover, and Hold On
This video shows how to keep you and your service animal safer during an earthquake.
Training Videos
FEMA P-154: Rapid Visual Screening of Buildings for Potential Seismic Hazards
On-demand training for FEMA P-154 presented in 9 modules, developed by ATC under the National Earthquake Technical Assistance Program (NETAP) and funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
FEMA P-804: Wind Retrofit Guide for Residential Buildings In Hurricane-Prone Regions
This video provides an overview of the second edition of FEMA P-804, Wind Retrofit Guide for Residential Buildings in Hurricane-Prone Regions.
FEMA P-2196: Building Codes Adoption Video Series
This video will examine some of the benefits of building code adoption such as life safety, economics, and climate change resilience.