Why should interior doors be closed during high wind?

It reduces forces on the roof.

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  1. It saves electricity
  2. It reduces forces on the roof ✔
  3. It makes rooms darker

Why: Closing interior doors reduces pressure forces on the roof during high winds.

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Answer: It reduces forces on the roof. Closing interior doors reduces pressure forces on the roof during high winds.

  1. Emergency management en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_management
    Closing all interior doors, reduces the forces on the roof.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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