Alabama’s wind-mitigation grant program has resulted in 50,000 fortified homes over the last decade, outpacing most other coastal states that offer similar programs. The Alabama Department of Insurance announced the milestone this week, giving more kudos to a program that has won praise from insurance officials around the country. The program provides grants up to $10,000 for retrofitting homes for better wind resistance, allowing homeowners to qualify for premium discounts on their property insurance.