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Why Shelter Size Matters More Than You ThinkThe size of a community shelter can be a matter of life and death during severe weather events. Overcrowded shelters have led to dangerous conditions. During recent tornado outbreaks, some shelters reported turning away dozens of people due to a lack of space, forcing families to seek shelter…

Last Updated: July 28, 2016 What is the history of underground storm shelters…If one was to research the history of underground storm shelters, it wouldn’t be surprising to find that they have been around since the uncertainty of the nuclear weapons era and the overlapping of the fallout shelters that families in America used for protection.  In…

This week, we shared an NPR report on new tornado research and the National Weather Service’s use of software called SMART. The Social Media Analytics and Reporting Toolkit could allow first responders to target areas that most need the help and give those in the path of the storm a few extra seconds to reach their storm shelters.But weather researchers at…

Last Updated: May 17, 2023 In your own city or town, or in your state, what is the importance of having a community storm shelter within reach?In Madison, Ga., it was important enough for officials to open FEMA-compliant community tornado safe rooms built and installed by Survive-A-Storm Shelters just in time for the impending storm season…

Last Updated: July 28, 2016 There has been quite a bit of controversy surrounding the idea of an above ground storm shelter and whether or not it is safer than going below ground.  However, research has revealed that an above ground storm shelter can be just as effective.  In some cases, our older customers prefer the…

A smart phone can do just about anything, but can it help you to be ready for a tornado?If you have a smartphone, you know there is an app for nearly anything you want to do. Since your cell phone is likely to be one of the essentials you take with you when you head for…

Fall Planning…People want to know that they are safe.  They don’t want to hope for the best, especially in the throes of a disaster or dangerous situation.  Instead, most people want to be prepared ahead of time for any unexpected storm, no matter what kind is headed their direction.  Although some storms of life are…