Storm Shelter Gives Tulsa Man 'Peace Of Mind' During Severe Weather

Adam Fleming and his family recently moved into their new home in Jenks and knew they needed protection from severe weather.

Fleming says he and his family realized they needed a storm shelter from day one.

“When we were talking with our builders, it was upfront; 'hey we know we want to put in a storm shelter,’" he explained.

Fleming says he and his wife went storm shelter shopping at the home and garden show.

He says after looking at all the models he chose a model that goes right in his garage.

Crews started by cutting a hole in the concrete floor. From there, the shelter slid right in.

About 10,000 lbs of concrete fill the sides.

The shelter looks like a capsule, but the inside plastic lining makes it resistant to wear and tear from the environment.

And to close the shelter, a heavy duty lid slides right over the top.

Fleming says getting a shelter for his wife and two kids was a no-brainer.

“We live in Tulsa, Oklahoma, so having that peace of mind from being safe from the environment and the weather," he stated.

In ground models can range from $2,600 to $4,000. And if you already have a storm shelter, get them registered with your local municipality or emergency management office.

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