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[Mom2Dogs]

@Kachina624   Yes, they are aware it is unwise, the question was if anyone had a solution that they were not aware of...I am thinking there is no workaround

[JeanLouiseFinch]

At the first sign of wind the umbrella should get closed.   Many years ago we had our patio umbrella up and a sudden storm came out of nowhere.  The umbrella got lifted out of the stand, became temporarily airborne, and flew right into the window above our kitchen sink.  Talk about a mess!  

[layla2450]

SIMPLE solution - DON'T open the umbrella when it's WINDY.

[FranandZoe]

@Mom2Dogs  Is there any way they could put a retractable awning in that area?

[Mom2Dogs]

The design of the back porch and location of the inground pool would not allow for an awning.

[Carmie]

Could they use a sun sale instead?  I have one on one side of my deck.  They have no attached pole.

You attach them to a tree, building, fence or pole by ropes and or hardware. They are used widely by schools on their playgrounds and day care centers.  Many business use them too.

[Greenstreet]

The size of the umbrella determines the weight needed for the base. Even following that rule, ours still isn't sturdy. We take it down with impending weather.

[haddon9]

We have an area that gets a lot of sun in our backyard that I would like to have shade if we have the grandkids over playing in the baby pool.  I have thought about getting one of those large offset umbrellas.  

I haven't thought about the wind issue but I agree that it's best to keep it closed when it does get windy.  The ones I had looked at had a base that could be filled either with water or sand.

[catter70]

I'd say get rid of hit before someone is hurt. This is a bit different, but many years ago I was at a car show and was sitting under a fly tent cover. The wind kicked up, pulled it up out of the ground, knocked me out of my chair and loosened a tooth.