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Storm preparedness in Germany and rising material costs in Paraguay
In Germany, authorities and industry experts are issuing guidance to prepare homes for autumn storms. The Federal Office for Civil Protection and Disaster Assistance (BBK) recommends securing or bringing indoors movable outdoor items such as flower boxes, pots, sun umbrellas, and garden furniture.
The Window + Facade Association (VFF) advises retracting awnings and fully lowering roller shutters, ensuring ventilation slots are closed, to protect windows from wind and debris.
In Paraguay, recent severe hailstorms have caused significant property damage, leading to a sharp increase in the cost of building materials. Following the destruction of roofs, the price of individual roof tiles has reportedly risen from 1,500 Guaranies to as much as 3,000 Guaranies as demand for replacements surges.
Entities
Bundesamt für Bevölkerungsschutz und Katastrophenhilfe · Germany · Paraguay · Verband Fenster + Fassade
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The VFF advises fully lowering roller shutters and closing ventilation slots to protect windows. www.kurierverlag.de · www.marler-zeitung.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Building material prices for roof tiles in Paraguay have increased significantly following recent hailstorms. wochenblatt.cc
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Roof tile prices in Paraguay rose from 1,500 Guaranies per unit to between 2,500 and 3,000 Guaranies. wochenblatt.cc
- [● 2 SOURCES] The VFF recommends retracting awnings to prevent them from acting as a surface for wind gusts. www.kurierverlag.de · www.marler-zeitung.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] The BBK advises moving movable outdoor items such as flower boxes, pots, sun umbrellas, and fairy lights indoors during storms. www.kurierverlag.de · www.marler-zeitung.de