If high winds are expected, cover the outside of all windows of your home. Use shutters that are rated to provide significant protection from windblown debris, or fit plywood coverings over all windows. If flooding is expected, consider using sand bags to keep water away from your home. It takes two people about one hour to fill and place 100 sandbags, giving you a wall one foot high and 20 feet long. Make sure you have enough sand, burlap or plastic bags, shovels, strong helpers, and time to place them properly.
Damage happens when wind gets inside a home through a broken window, door, or damaged roof.
Tape does not prevent windows from breaking. All tape does is prevent windows from shattering. Using tape on windows is not recommended. Cover the outside of windows with shutters or plywood. Protect your valuables.