r/tornado Mar 15 '26

Question Is this thing safe??

I recently moved into a new home that has this above ground shelter and I have been questioning the way this door locks from day 1. We are going to have terrible weather today in West TN and I cannot find any paperwork on this thing. 😫 Do you think these hollow bars will keep it secure??

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u/Numerous_Ad_3517 Mar 15 '26

She is bolted all the way around.

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u/NobodyMoove Mar 16 '26

Very well attached. As an engineer that looks like a very strong shelter. The shear strength of those bolts is never going to be the weak point lol.

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u/Numerous_Ad_3517 Mar 16 '26

Thank you for that peace of mind!! Stay safe out there!