Where will you go when the bombs begin to fall? Americans have enjoyed a relative sheltered existence. We haven’t faced a formal adversary on American soil since the opening salvo of WWII and that was still thousands of miles away from the mainland. While fears of nuclear proliferation dominated the Cold War era, an overarching…
Securing superior protection for your loved ones is not an easy task. Even a simple Google search turns into an all-night affair scrolling and clicking through countless pages of half-promises and bad reviews. As you try to see past all the bells and whistles of mediocre websites trying to sell you rinky-dink tornado shelters, it’s…
We’ve received this question perhaps more than any other. ‘Just how safe is a tornado shelter?’ While complete protection from the unknown might sound like a cheap marketing gimmick, the proven results speak for themselves. When installed correctly, any above-ground or belowground tornado shelter is virtually impervious to these killer calamities that can strike anywhere…
America’s list of adversaries is growing. Old nemesis, like Russia and China, continue to pose a threat to international security. North Korea’s bellicose attitude in flaunting its nuclear capabilities is downright concerning. Rogue states have also expressed their interest in acquiring a nuclear bomb as diplomatic leverage. America isn’t the only ‘big gun’ on the…
Pennsylvania is known as a cornerstone of American Democracy. The Quaker State is the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Gettysburg Address. It’s also the Chocolate Capital of the USA as it’s home to the world known Hershey Corporation. With its gentle rolling hills positioned alongside the formidable Appalachian Mountain chain,…
Belowground storm shelters remain one of the most effective ways to withstand the pulverizing forces of a powerful EF-5 tornado. Experts agree that your chances of surviving a killer storm are greatest belowground. So, why is that? By seeking shelter below the Earth’s surface, you immediately remove the possibility of being struck by projectiles and…
Imagine retiring to your bedroom after yet another grueling day at the office. Your eyelids are heavy. In a lead-up to yet another busy day, you begin to mentally prepare yourself for the endless barrage of emails and errands that await. After slipping into more comfortable attire, you are greeted by the warm embrace of…
Tornado Alley continues to widen. With an increasing number of people suddenly finding themselves in harm’s way, many people find themselves entertaining questions they would have never imagined. Should I invest in a safe room? Can I afford such a purchase? Would a safe room fit on my property? Deciding on your need level of…
The 2021 Atlantic season is running ahead of schedule. We’ve barely crest the first week in July, and we’ve already encountered our fifth named storm! On average, meteorologists aren’t contending with the first named storm of the season until August 10. To give further context to this increasing activity, the average date for the fourth…
Tornado season is heating up. Colliding airmasses, coupled with seasonal warming, have created ideal conditions for monstrous tornadoes across the Midwest. Unstable air flows combine in one of Mother Nature’s most unique juxtapositions of beauty and pure carnage. Endless stretches of flat land in the region also creates a perfect runway for renegade storms. Over…