# Opening & Closing Your Tornado Shelter

> Correctly securing your shelter door is a key part of storm protection. Watch these videos to learn how to open, close, and lock the Extreme and TwisterPod doors with confidence.Opening & Closing Your Extreme Tornado  ShelterOpening & Closing Your TwisterPod…
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> Last modified: 2026-01-28T16:15:32+00:00

Correctly securing your shelter door is a key part of storm protection. Watch these videos to learn how to open, close, and lock the Extreme and TwisterPod doors with confidence.

## Opening & Closing Your Extreme Tornado  Shelter

## Opening & Closing Your TwisterPod Tornado Shelter

### Register Your Shelter

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