Wind Borne Debris Region and Basic Wind Speed based on Figure 1606, FBC
Design Wind Speed and Wind-Borne Debris Region
The design wind speed map in the Florida Building Code is presented below. This map shows the Wind-Borne Debris Region (WBDR) and the basic wind speeds. Within the WBDR, buildings must be designed with shutters, impact resistant glass, or allow for higher internal pressure loads when designing the building. These factors influence how resistant the building is to damage and loss in a windstorm.
Each county has adopted a version of this map for new construction. The county maps in this website reflect what each county has adopted for its design wind speeds.