{
  "id": "disaster/hurricane-window-tape-myth",
  "signature": "AI advises applying duct tape or masking tape to windows in an X pattern before a hurricane (creates larger shards when glass breaks)",
  "signature_zh": "AI 建议在飓风来临前用胶带在窗户上贴X形图案（玻璃破碎时产生更大的碎片）",
  "regex": "(?:duct tape|masking tape|tape).*X.*window.*hurricane",
  "domain": "disaster",
  "category": "data_error",
  "subcategory": null,
  "root_cause": "Tape does not prevent windows from breaking under wind pressure or debris impact; instead, it creates larger, more dangerous shards that can cause severe injuries.",
  "root_cause_type": "generic",
  "root_cause_zh": "胶带不能防止窗户在风压或碎片撞击下破裂；相反，它会产生更大、更危险的碎片，可能导致严重伤害。",
  "versions": [],
  "os_specific": {},
  "dead_ends": [
    {
      "action": "",
      "why_fails": "All tapes fail to reinforce glass against hurricane-force winds and debris; they only create larger shards.",
      "fail_rate": 0.95,
      "condition": "",
      "sources": []
    },
    {
      "action": "",
      "why_fails": "More tape increases the size of shards and does not improve structural integrity.",
      "fail_rate": 0.9,
      "condition": "",
      "sources": []
    },
    {
      "action": "",
      "why_fails": "Double-sided tape still does not prevent breakage and may make cleanup more difficult.",
      "fail_rate": 0.85,
      "condition": "",
      "sources": []
    }
  ],
  "workarounds": [
    {
      "action": "Install impact-resistant shutters or plywood over windows before the storm. Example: 'Cut 5/8-inch plywood to fit window frames and secure with screws or hurricane clips.'",
      "success_rate": 0.9,
      "how": "Install impact-resistant shutters or plywood over windows before the storm. Example: 'Cut 5/8-inch plywood to fit window frames and secure with screws or hurricane clips.'",
      "condition": "",
      "sources": []
    },
    {
      "action": "Use laminated glass or window film rated for hurricane impact. Example: 'Apply a 3M Safety & Security Window Film rated for windborne debris.'",
      "success_rate": 0.85,
      "how": "Use laminated glass or window film rated for hurricane impact. Example: 'Apply a 3M Safety & Security Window Film rated for windborne debris.'",
      "condition": "",
      "sources": []
    }
  ],
  "workarounds_zh": [
    "Install impact-resistant shutters or plywood over windows before the storm. Example: 'Cut 5/8-inch plywood to fit window frames and secure with screws or hurricane clips.'",
    "Use laminated glass or window film rated for hurricane impact. Example: 'Apply a 3M Safety & Security Window Film rated for windborne debris.'"
  ],
  "transition_graph": {
    "leads_to": [],
    "preceded_by": [],
    "frequently_confused_with": []
  },
  "official_doc_url": "https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes",
  "official_doc_section": null,
  "error_code": null,
  "verification_tier": "ai_generated",
  "confidence": 0.88,
  "fix_success_rate": 0.05,
  "resolvable": "true",
  "first_seen": "2023-08-10",
  "last_confirmed": "2024-06-01",
  "last_updated": "2024-06-01",
  "evidence_count": 1,
  "tags": [],
  "locale": "en",
  "aliases": []
}