This one belongs to our friends Floyd and Elaine. Floyd built this into the floor of his carport. Note the heavy steel door and the latches. The shelter itself is 12ga steel plate, and is completely below ground. It's not very big, but adequate for shelter. Note that it is not really stocked for long-term occupancy, as tornado watches are usually no longer than a couple hours at most, and some are even shorter. They have water, snacks, a TV and weather radio down here. With the door closed, you're absolutely safe here.
A few years ago a tornado or other high wind took out some big trees right in his front yard, but the home was not damaged. After a close call like that, he decided to get prepared for the next one. Floyd is my kind of guy.
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