A hurricane-resistant storm window assembly including at least one window pane member which consists of a first lami-glass substrate which is substantially {fraction } of an inch thick; a second lami-glass substrate which is substantially {fraction } of an inch thick; and a vinyl layer which is substantially 0. The strategy employs the addition to sediments of coal- and plant- or wood-derived carbon sorbents, so-called black carbon particles like activated carbon, char, charcoal, coal, and coke. The blade and expansion unit include elements ensuring that the connectors align properly as the expansion unit is installed onto the blade, making the installation simple and quick. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.