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Read about storms and severe weather, as well as secure shelter options, from America’s Tornado Shelter Provider – Survive-a-Storm.
If you’re looking for a tornado shelter company in your area, it can be hard to know who to call. After all, you have choices. Should you go with a regional supplier or one with a more national presence? You can always roll the dice and Google this information, but there is probably no comprehensive,…
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Thunder is nature’s warning call. If you have ever seen the sign, “When thunder roars, go indoors!” then you know it is true. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service (NWS) believe in not taking chances when it comes to lightning.One of the best ways to protect yourself from lightning…
Tornado weather is unpredictable and chaotic. Especially since tornadoes can wreak havoc on large and small communities alike, from large businesses to small families. Science has yet to find a way to give advanced notice of impending tornadoes. Even hurricanes have a few day’s lead time, so those being impacted can make the decision to…
Residential storm shelters have come a long way in the last several years. These days, if someone is talking about their storm shelter, often, they are referring to an above ground structure that is located inside the garage or home for easy access. That’s not to say that the below ground shelters are becoming obsolete.…
We get this question all the time—what are the pros and cons of each? Let’s take a look:Below Ground Shelters: Pros:You are underground, so the chances of a tornado getting to you are nearly impossible.It doesn’t take up any of your “living space”Cons: Rain might seep in while you are hiding inside.Not ADA compliantBugs and other…
FEMA, also known as the Federal Emergency Management Agency, is a government agency that assists communities in times of floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other natural or man-made disasters. Every county across the nation has or should have an Emergency Management Agency that works within their county to assist in disasters. They help obtain funding for…
Many natural and unexpected disasters occur every single day. It is the ‘not knowing’ if people in your circle are alive and okay that can cause even more trauma to those who are left to wonder until contact has been made. Thankfully in today’s world of excessive communication through social media outlets and new and…