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This provides some initial perspective on how to secure the travel trailer in high winds.            Table of Contents                                    show                                                What Constitutes High Winds?                            Driving in Windy Conditions? Avoid It If a Storm is Coming\u2026                            How much wind can a travel trailer handle?                            How to Secure Travel Trailers in High Winds                            Extra Tips for RVers to Keep Safe in High Winds                            Closing Thoughts                            Related Articles        What Constitutes High Winds?It\u2019s useful to get some perspective on high winds because everyone has their separate ideas on it.For instance, you can purchase an RV hurricane strap kit or RV high wind tie downs to secure areas of the travel trailer that may work loose in strong winds.Also, it\u2019s possible to add a cover and strap this down, to protect the skylight, roof, and sides from the risk of hail.https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=64KyZnwXDDMVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Rhino USA Retractable Ratchet Straps (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=64KyZnwXDDM)RHINO USA Ratchet Straps (4PK) \u2013 1,823lb Guaranteed Max Break StrengthCheck at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.These strap kits are certainly worth having handy. But it\u2019s worth getting some perspective on wind speeds too.What threatens a travel trailer (and also a camper, and other recreational vehicles)?We\u2019d say a tornado touching down is first, but also a hurricane too. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is useful for the latter.There are hurricane categories 1 to 5.  And even the first category is scary stuff!Even the category 1 hurricane wind speed exceeds 73 MPH and can possibly reach into the 90 MPH range.It\u2019s expected that a cat 1 will do some structural damage to the exterior of homes and roofs, topple power lines, and fell the limbs from trees too.So, travel trailers won\u2019t fare any better. Read Also: Are Pop Up Campers Allowed in National ParksDriving in Windy Conditions? Avoid It If a Storm is Coming\u2026Whilst you cannot protect against a direct hit from a tornado or the top-end of a category 1 hurricane, wind speeds below 60 MPH are survivable as long as you plan.Preparation is key when you hear on the weather reports that a bad storm is coming.How much wind can a travel trailer handle?When towing the trailer, we\u2019d suggest wind speeds above 20 MPH begin to be concerning\u2026 If you were planning on towing a travel trailer in high winds to make it to the next destination before the weather hits, we\u2019d strongly advise against it.If you get caught in the storm, your travel trailer will only be able to withstand about half the wind speed that it could when secured in place (and that\u2019s before taking the preparatory steps to better protect it too).https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FkX5E_i5TfQVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Watch as high winds flip a trailer in Dennis Twp. (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FkX5E_i5TfQ)How to Secure Travel Trailers in High WindsHow do you anchor down a travel trailer?The following steps will help to reduce the effects of high winds, anchor the trailer to some extent, and improve your protection against storms:Reorient your travel trailer toward the storm. Whatever direction the wind is coming from, it\u2019s helpful to change the position of your travel trailer to point the nose that way. This reduces the risk of a crosswind hitting the trailer side-on where there\u2019s more wind resistance and extra vulnerability.Bring all personal and RV-related items back inside the travel trailer. You\u2019d be amazed how many families forget some of the kids\u2019 toys, a camping chair, and other valuables outside. These can transform into dangerous flying objects in a storm!Secure all possessions inside the trailer. Imagine the trailer rocking side to side from the storm. What\u2019s going to get dislodged if this happens? How can you make the interior of the trailer safer for the occupants?Disconnect all electronics. Don\u2019t risk lightning arriving and knocking out all your electronics. Survive on a smartphone and a power bank for the time being. Let the kids use the tablet and avoid watching TV until later.Retract all slide outs. RV slides on or out in storms? Whether you\u2019re used to the extra space or not, retract the slide-outs! They\u2019re structurally less robust than the main body of the trailer. It removes some vulnerabilities and provides more heft to the walls of the travel trailer too.Retract the awning. How much wind can an RV awning withstand? You don\u2019t want to find out! An awning left out is going to fly around, get torn by flying debris or strong winds, and worse. Any metal supports can also work loose and create a risk of the windows breaking if they hit them. An awning anchor kit is sensible to prevent your awning become damaged from the wind. (affiliate link). Use leveler blocks or stabilizing jacks. Blocks are fine, but a stabilizing jack is going to be better. Also, wheel chocks might be useful too.Hitch up! The tow vehicle provides extra weight, so keeping the travel trailer hitched to it adds a little bit more stability. Every little bit helps.Use RV hurricane tie downs or RV high wind tie downs. While the winds may not reach hurricane strength, use RV tie downs because they offer better protection (affiliate link).Fill up the freshwater tank. If you\u2019re currently at an RV campground or resort, fill up the freshwater tank. A broken water main could mean no H2O for a while, so it\u2019s useful to have your supply. It also adds more weight to the trailer too.Read Also: Single Axle vs Double Axle Travel Trailer?Extra Tips for RVers to Keep Safe in High WindsAvoid parking your RV under a large tree. While the tree may remain standing, any falling tree branches can break a window, and damage the roof, and solar panels installed on the roof.An awning anchor kit can handle some degree of wind to keep your awning intact. See our recommended Camco one below:https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xlMcfHeSYQUVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Awning Anchor Kit with Pull Tension Strap (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xlMcfHeSYQU)Camco 42593 Awning Anchor Kit with Pull Tension StrapCheck at Amazon\u24d8 If you click this link and make a purchase, we earn a commission at no additional cost to you.If you\u2019re worried about possible hail, we have an article about how to protect your RV skylight from hailstorms.Do your best to avoid high winds. While getting out of their path is a good idea, it needs to be done well ahead of time to avoid the storm changing direction and getting stuck inside it.It\u2019s sensible to look for a windbreak like a substantial building or barrier that can partially or fully protect the travel trailer and tow vehicle from the force of the wind.Forego a picturesque location for a protected position temporarily until the winds have died down again.https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wP0Jzy86H7gVideo can\u2019t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: 10 Tips and Tricks for RV Camping in High Winds (https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wP0Jzy86H7g)Closing ThoughtsMost storms are survivable with travel trailers coming out intact and not tipped over. As long as reasonable measures are taken as described above, RVers will weather storms pretty well.It\u2019s a good idea to have straps to tie down as much as possible. Also, if the storm is going to be a bad one, secure the trailer, and the tow vehicle, and then shelter elsewhere for safety.Ultimately, material possessions never matter as much as human lives. So, when the storm predictions include high winds getting close to the category 1 hurricane level, that\u2019s the time to find shelter away from your tow vehicle or trailer.Related ArticlesTowing a Travel Trailer in High WindsDriving Class A RV in Windy ConditionsSingle Axle vs Double Axle Travel Trailer?Are Pop Up Campers Allowed in National ParksHow to Watch TV with a GeneratorCharging Trailer Battery from Tow Vehicle"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"How to Secure a Travel Trailer in High Winds","item":"https:\/\/livingpioneer.com\/how-to-secure-a-travel-trailer-in-high-winds\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]