I'm not squeamish but I err on the side of caution. Figuring it's easier to put my stuff in bins if severe weather or winds threaten than risk the PITA and cost associated with a broken or bent awning. It's not a roof, it's an awning supported in 2 places on one side attached to fiberglass. I've seen a few messed up awnings vacationing on the coast when a decent storm kicks up. To the OP, I am pretty sure your manual tells you to roll it up under certain conditions and since your RV is new I would guess they would deny a claim if it broke under such conditions and you didn't roll it up.