High winds ripped through Cochise County, Arizona, causing significant property damage, particularly to roofs. One resident, Tommy Miller, shared his experience of the destructive winds and the aftermath.
Strong winds swept through Cochise County Monday, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph, causing significant property damage. Longtime Willcox resident Tommy Miller felt the brunt of the storm when the powerful gusts tore part of his roof off. \u201cIt was like a BAM,\u201d Miller said, describing the moment the wind struck. \u201cThe house went ‘boom,’ and you felt it, like, dang, this thing just moved.
\u201d Miller has lived in the area for nearly 20 years and said he had never experienced winds this destructive. After the incident, he and his wife moved into a local motel, taking their dog along while repairs are arranged. Despite the upheaval, Miller remained in good spirits, worrying more about others in the Willcox community. \u201cIt\u2019s God\u2019s will,\u201d he said. \u201cI just feel lucky the damage wasn\u2019t worse because I know this didn\u2019t just happen to me. It happened to somebody else that doesn\u2019t have insurance.\u201d The roof damage highlights the vulnerability of certain materials to high winds. Tanner De Baun, owner of TLK Roofing, inspected the aftermath and explained how the wind caused such extensive damage. \u201cHe had an EPDM flat roofing,\u201d De Baun said. \u201cThe wind just caught underneath it. Once part of it is gone, it\u2019s really easy for the whole thing to rip off.\u201d Flat roofing is common in the area due to code requirements for low-pitch roofs. However, De Baun urged homeowners to seek inspections if they suspect potential issues. \u201cI would just call a roofer in the area and have them take a look. Most of them offer free inspections,\u201d he advised. Miller\u2019s insurance company assured him that repairs would be covered, though adjusters are not expected to arrive for 72 hours due to a backlog of claims across southern Arizona. As Miller navigates the challenges of repair logistics, he expressed gratitude for Willcox\u2019s strong sense of community. \u201cWillcox is Willcox strong,\u201d he said. \u201cPeople come around, even those you\u2019ve never met before. They\u2019re good, honest folks,\u201d he added.
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