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Why wooden houses are popular in the US, even in tornado and wildfire zones

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Why wooden houses are popular in the US, even in tornado and wildfire zones
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Nic Wright
13/05/2025 15:30 ‧ 3 weeks ago | StarsInsider

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As counterintuitive as it may seem at first glance, many houses in tornado- and wildfire-prone areas of the US

are built from wood. If you're wondering why a wooden house would be a good investment both generally and specifically in relation to safety and tornadoes, then you're in the right place! This gallery will cover the pros and cons of homes made of wood and explain why they're often built in these specific areas.

Curious to find out more? Click through now.

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