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QuestionHow long should I be in the shelter?Community AnswerUntil the source you have for weather, such as a radio, says the tornado is gone and the storm is clearing up. For a hurricane, wait until the storm is at least a few miles away, and you know the area is safe from high winds and storm surge.
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QuestionWhat kind of ventilation is needed in a building that has no electricity?Community AnswerThere are ventilation systems with in-built filters available which are powered by turning a crank. I would suggest those.
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QuestionDo we have to have a city permit to dig an in-ground shelter?Community AnswerIt probably depends on your specific municipality, but it is likely you need a permit to build any additions to your property.
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QuestionHow can I add wheelchair access to a storm shelter?Community AnswerYou can build a ramp that goes down into the storm shelter.
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QuestionHow do I prevent the air ventilation from being a weak point in the shelter?RaifCommunity AnswerYou can put a small chimney but if it is flooding, you may use an air conditioner without coolant. That way, everything which comes would be filtered and it won't be so cold.
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QuestionHow deep should a storm shelter be?Community AnswerIt should be at least 10 feet from mean sea level. This will prevent water from flooding the cellar.
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QuestionIf going outside is a bad idea during a tornado, why would I need to build a shelter?Community AnswerYou would need an underground shelter if your house did not have a basement.
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QuestionIs there a door design that can’t be blocked by fallen debris in a storm shelter?Community AnswerBuild a very sturdy carport over the door, but instead of a flat carport, change the roof to a dome. And build the supports at least 30 feet into the ground. And build it out of concrete, and make sure you can still access to the shelter door.
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QuestionHow do I open a 3 point locking door when it locks with no one inside to unlock it?Community AnswerAdd a lock pad system on the outside and don't lock the other 3 locks on the inside until disaster strikes.
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QuestionWould we need to take a light in there with us?Community AnswerThat would be a good idea, unless you already have a lamp, flashlight, or something else stored in there that makes light.
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QuestionCould a tornado break the shelter's door?Community AnswerYes it can. So, it is recommended to have a very strong door and a room that can also keep you safe, should a door failure happen.
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QuestionIs a 24 square foot shelter good for 4 people?Alarmkid57Community AnswerIt should be good, but it'd be best it if measured more because the smaller size means everyone would have to stand instead of sit.
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