Preparing The Storm Shelter For The Big One!

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  • Preparing The Storm Shelter For The Big One!
    We decided it was a good idea to go through the items we would want to have in our storm shelter and get it ready. Tornadoes come on you pretty fast so you want to be prepared in advance. It's a good idea to have a plan.. Keep certain things in the storm shelter and have other things staged and ready to take in there with you. You want to make sure you are as comfortable as possible, warm, and have plenty of water and some food.
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  • @da1shark
    @da1shark 2 роки тому +35

    My sister-in-law had a below ground shelter in Mississippi. She was able to register the location to MEMA so local fire/police would know about it. They said they would check to make sure someone was not trapped after a major storm came through the area. Just something to look into since you never want to be trapped in one. Hopefully cell service still works, but the towers could be down to or the steel/concrete blocks the signals.

  • @mattd.4133
    @mattd.4133 Рік тому +23

    We have a double bed and dog kennels built in under bed, a cassette toilet, gun safe, shelving and anytime we are under a watch at bedtime we just go lock down. Yes we have tons of food and water.

  • @dingus01
    @dingus01 2 роки тому +15

    I’d def get a army cot. It’d give your pets a “safe” feeling being able to hide underneath. Plus you can store stuff under it too. You can sleep on it. You can gather around and play cards or use it as a table. You wouldn’t be in there long and once they pass you’ll know.

  • @blblawhoo4338
    @blblawhoo4338 11 місяців тому +7

    I got a family safe shelter in the garage and we love ours, peace of mind, more people need to just get shelter

  • @texanoutdoors6409
    @texanoutdoors6409 2 роки тому +60

    Lifelong Texan here that has lived in tornado alley for 60 years. You don't need much in your shelter. Folding chairs for the 3 of you , portable light or a few flashlights, a warm throw or two, a portable weather alert radio and maybe a couple bottles of water. The average stay in your shelter is usually less than an hour tops. Mississippi is definitely in tornado alley. Keep your eyes and ears to the sky during tornado season. 🤠👍

    • @jessicapabon2105
      @jessicapabon2105 Рік тому +3

      I have to add to that because I get pretty hot pretty fast and circulation is a must and they sell very small circulating floor fans or small little fans you can actually put on a corner of your shelter to circulate the air. Sometimes I can get a little musty or a little warm in there you just never know with Mother Nature

    • @teamgrow7146
      @teamgrow7146 Рік тому +5

      U need those because when the tornado hits ur home u have nothing left for sure It's better prepared to have comforting stuff after when u can't find anything after. If I am in that scenario I will include important stuff that I want to keep because starting all over again if ur home is gone is a pain in the heart. 😅

    • @jessicapabon2105
      @jessicapabon2105 Рік тому +16

      @@teamgrow7146 I remember a blogger who was showing her tornado shelter and she designed some cedar sections that you could sit on, but you could also lay down and sleep on them. She made cushions and the cedar had three doors per long seat with hinges and within the seat cedar boxes, she had gear for camping and for cooking and food, coffee excetera excetera. She was saying that if it tornado did come and actually destroyed her house, she would at least have the comfort that she needs cuz there was no way she was leaving her property... LOL I thought that was brilliant when I saw all that and all the Comforts that she put in and the thought she put into it.

    • @WestTennessee
      @WestTennessee Рік тому

      👍🏻😎

    • @mary-janejenkins9560
      @mary-janejenkins9560 Рік тому +6

      Good list but if you loose your house a change of clothes and a grab bag of meds etc along with some food snacks etc will help

  • @brockreynolds870
    @brockreynolds870 Рік тому +8

    You know something... one thing about this storm shelter that I LIKE is the fact that door opens INWARD. I'd always be concerned about the ones that open outward, is that debris would blow up against, and block the door. I'm a lover of the old fashioned root cellar, I want to make sure a building can serve a dual purpose. But in that shelter, again, in the case of debris blocking you in, I would put a cordless reciprocating saw, fully charged.

    • @Bayoubebe
      @Bayoubebe 2 місяці тому

      I definitely think this way also!!!😅

  • @kater.7563
    @kater.7563 6 місяців тому +11

    Having spent some “quality time” in a storm shelter, and realizing that in a worst case scenario, you could be living in one for a few days, if your home is toast, there are a few inexpensive things to add.
    - Add a case of bottled water and some snacks
    - Put a folding potty (like great granny had) under the stairs with a curtain for privacy. They come with inserts so easier to clean and way more comfortable than a bucket.
    - outline the ceiling in battery operated led fairy lights $2/ string at temu.
    - Add interlocking rubber mats to the floor. $49 for a pack of 24 (2’x2’) mats at walmart.
    - Add folding camping chairs ($8/walmart) and camping cot, along with a self inflating mattress and pillow.
    - Store deck of cards, battery radio with weather station, board game
    - Battery fan
    - Battery speaker for music
    - Hanging lantern
    - Acoustic foam panels….not the entire wall, just run a strip of them around a wall or two, to decrease the storm noise and echo inside. $30/Amazon. This may seem frivolous but it makes a huge difference in calming kids (& adults too!)

    • @intheshell35ify
      @intheshell35ify 5 місяців тому

      I like your list. Only thing I would add is a fifth of jim beam and a couple glasses. 👍

  • @jphwife
    @jphwife 7 місяців тому +14

    I wouldn’t use an oil lamp or candles with so little ventilation. If you have those for emergency needs after the storm has passed, that’s different, but you’ll be breathing smoke if you light either one inside that shelter.

    • @LK-bz9sk
      @LK-bz9sk 6 місяців тому

      My first thought too.

  • @connieshea388
    @connieshea388 Рік тому +6

    As the one commenter said if you lose your home thexshelter can be used to stay on your property. Pretty smart idea. Thinking outside of the box.

  • @dannyderriso4982
    @dannyderriso4982 2 роки тому +9

    Note hinge-pins are on the inside. Just knock them out & you can pry the door off the hinges.

  • @lowlifechris5833
    @lowlifechris5833 Рік тому +1

    Bless mikes heart what a guy he is for putting up with life.

  • @MichaelT-lc5pk
    @MichaelT-lc5pk Рік тому +3

    Syd is freaking beautiful n frankie gets her good looks from her momma n do everything you have to do to keep you n your family safe in any storm cuz you never know what you'll have when the storm clears

  • @stephentooke1770
    @stephentooke1770 2 роки тому +7

    Very wise to be prepared just in case. On the battery situation using lithium batteries you wont have to worry about the contact corroding. Lithium are designed to vent different than regular alkaline batteries. Great for long term storage such as in flashlights etc. On the bucket, garbage can liners also works real well for "easy" clean up. I do all of these things. May work for you as well, IDK.

    • @reneeg.8059
      @reneeg.8059 6 місяців тому

      Didn’t know that lithium batteries could store at any temperature. Thank you.

  • @imtonedeaf1
    @imtonedeaf1 2 роки тому +10

    Ryan hall yo,all UA-cam weather guru has become one best weather teams with professional storm chasers and meterogist andy to be weather aware

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому

      Yep Mike watches him !

    • @imtonedeaf1
      @imtonedeaf1 2 роки тому

      We had a tornado in austin Ryan called it 3 min before the TV or nws mins save lives

  • @tonyburelle6633
    @tonyburelle6633 2 роки тому +4

    Seems like you covered pretty much all I could think about, of course, as time goes on, you'll definitely find what's needed and what isn't, very important now that you're in tornado alley, thanks for sharing this important information, Syd, Mike and Frankie

  • @meiraloraduncan8953
    @meiraloraduncan8953 5 місяців тому +1

    I would also look into why there is moisture around the door and just inside of the shelter because you don't want any mold or mildew growing in your shelter. As someone with severe allergies that could turn into a really bad situation.

  • @raymondrobinson5251
    @raymondrobinson5251 2 роки тому +3

    I would run a power line to it and use it primarily for maintaining charge on a backup power supply. There has been advertised battery pack generators systems, which also can be solar-powered for rechargeable capability. Battery pack basically on steroids. Put something in to sleep on. Incase of ice storm, a small area is easier to heat. But each storm has it's own problems. Note: rarely in rural areas, homes might be out of power for weeks. This is why I say you need something to maintain power for days instead of a couple of hours.

  • @henrymuzgay1023
    @henrymuzgay1023 2 роки тому +1

    i love that i have a go bag the one thing I need is a new wind up light radio it is packed in my truck at all times

  • @sandys4821
    @sandys4821 2 роки тому +6

    Always best to be prepared in an emergency!

  • @unimportanthomestead
    @unimportanthomestead 2 роки тому +5

    Nice to see fellow content creators moving to Mississippi. Welcome! You guys are awesome. 😊

  • @troywatson9588
    @troywatson9588 Рік тому +5

    Still catching up on your videos, but I would have blankets that aren’t really used in the house vacuum sealed and put in there. Thanks for the videos

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  Рік тому

      Thank you 🙏 and yes we do have them in their in their space bags 👍

  • @lakesuperiorgirl17
    @lakesuperiorgirl17 Рік тому +9

    In Minnesota we are encouraged to register our storm shelter with our county sheriff's department

    • @lewis9888
      @lewis9888 5 місяців тому

      Is that so they can check on you after the Storm to make sure you are Ok or do they expect you to share with others? If you have a small shelter and they expect you to share, that would be BS.

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  5 місяців тому

      Generally I think it’s so they can check …

    • @lakesuperiorgirl17
      @lakesuperiorgirl17 5 місяців тому

      If it’s registered you can be found

  • @briandalrymple9986
    @briandalrymple9986 5 місяців тому

    We carry wearable sleeping bags for each of us in our car in winter.
    These have legs and arms. You climb into them and zip yourself in and they have built in hood. (Also known as onesies in some countries).
    You can walk/run around, keep warm, stand, sit, and be toasty.
    They come in a bag, and can stored in a storm shelter.

  • @megamattoutdoors4590
    @megamattoutdoors4590 2 роки тому +4

    We just closed on 22 acres in Kentucky. We're going to build a house on our new farm. I definitely have plans to put a shipping container on it as a storm shelter and have it stock up for at least 24 hours. Great information on the bag Mike. Definitely worth reviewing the one I have.

    • @stmcgarret
      @stmcgarret Рік тому +2

      My recommendation would be to build the shelter into your home. Two good options are your pantry or master closet (if on the first floor). The idea of going out in the middle of the night in a raging storm with rain, wind and lightning, especially if you have children and pets, is going to be a struggle at best.

    • @megamattoutdoors4590
      @megamattoutdoors4590 Рік тому

      @@stmcgarret. Appreciate it but being from Florida and going through over a dozen hurricanes. Trust me...I have it all planned out

    • @megamattoutdoors4590
      @megamattoutdoors4590 Рік тому

      Plus I already have a shipping container

    • @stmcgarret
      @stmcgarret Рік тому +1

      @@megamattoutdoors4590 Good deal - best to you.

    • @Flatlander94
      @Flatlander94 Рік тому +1

      @@megamattoutdoors4590 tornados are much more violent than hurricanes. But good luck!

  • @SouthernBlessedHomestead
    @SouthernBlessedHomestead 2 роки тому +1

    I would add a Tv and small fridge for beer, so you should run electric to it.😊
    That’s a nice storm shelter. Storms around here usually move in and out fast so y’all shouldn’t have to be in there very long. We’ve had two tornadoes go over our house lucky they were in the air and not on the ground. We are surrounded by hills on three sides so we are kinda of protected from the full force of storms.

  • @rickybearden4575
    @rickybearden4575 7 місяців тому +1

    you people are very smart you have a good survival kit the only other things i can think of maybe a portable land line phone, cell phone weather radio or cb radio do you know if you have cell phone reception in your storm shelter ? also let emergency services know you have a storm shelter that way they can check on you after a storm to make sure your o.k. goid luck out there !!!😊

  • @judiehavard4903
    @judiehavard4903 5 місяців тому

    Noise cancelling earphones helps if your shelter echoes a lot from noises. And a small table for playing a game on. Be it a card game or something else. A pool float for a makeshift bed. Easy to blowup and take down. A closet 4-5 shelf hanging piece also gets things up out of the way. And don't forget any little meds you may need. The Dramamine also works for nauseous stomachs. And lighting a wood match and letting it burn down helps get rid of smells. Also 5-6 wood charcoal pieces helps to absorb odors in the shelter.

  • @baddriver3580
    @baddriver3580 5 місяців тому

    Hey Guys, great video ! I'd consider adding maybe a portable CB radio along with either GMRS handheld radios with the FRS channels as well. Not sure how close your neighbors are but those little radios can take "a ton of steps off you" in emergencies and cleanup situations. Keep plenty of batteries and the best ones you can get too. Great shelter!

  • @judiehavard4903
    @judiehavard4903 5 місяців тому

    Put a shelf up one the back wall of the shelter to store some of your items. And keeps things off the floor.😊

  • @larrymayberry2312
    @larrymayberry2312 2 роки тому +1

    Living near Houston, we have storms and hurricanes. One can never be too prepared !

  • @yoda55555
    @yoda55555 Рік тому +1

    For one hour stay, you are pa king for a weeklong vacation.

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  Рік тому +1

      Sometimes you have to be in there several hours and God forbid you get stuck in there because of debris.

  • @robertpeacock1635
    @robertpeacock1635 Рік тому +2

    This was up on my YT feed and I thought it was a new video. I wrote an article about five years ago and it covered a lot of what you posted and a few more things. DM me if you want it to put on your site or if you want it here. That shelter seemed a little small for the three of you and would be cramped if you have visitors during a storm. One thing is to have copies of papers and such stored in case of worst case and you come out of your shelter, and it is the only structure you have left standing.

  • @ralanbrinson
    @ralanbrinson 2 роки тому +5

    In North Mississippi, that shelter is for tornados. From the time you know a storm is near to the time it is passed, should be no more than an hour at the absolute longest. The only reason you may need to be there longer would be if the door is obstructed from debris. Since your door opens to the inside, you should never be obstructed for more than it would take to cut a tree. You may want to consider storing a chainsaw in the shelter. Regarding CCW, you’re in Mississippi - people around your house after a weather event will be there to help you.

    • @susanjohnson7115
      @susanjohnson7115 2 роки тому +4

      Mississippi people help neighbors in storms

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому +5

      We have amazing neighbors too ‘ I know we would all be checking on each other !

  • @donhgr
    @donhgr Рік тому +4

    I’d have mine below ground with those monsters in that part of the country, and it’s very unlikely storm wise you’ll be in there very long. We kept a medium sized tent packed away in ours in case we came up to no structures anymore

    • @reneeg.8059
      @reneeg.8059 6 місяців тому +1

      Yes…Lots of tarps and nails too!

  • @dewighthackney149
    @dewighthackney149 2 роки тому +2

    Sleeping bags! Hail sometimes comes with Tornados! Temp drops pretty fast!

  • @richardsb3606
    @richardsb3606 2 роки тому +1

    I would hang shower curtain rod some how and hang a shower curtain that you cannot see through so you have a little privacy when going to the bathroom.

  • @Greezemonkey-n6r
    @Greezemonkey-n6r 2 роки тому

    Excellent investment! Always be prepared.

  • @sandrakallam2761
    @sandrakallam2761 6 місяців тому

    I would use a 5 gal bucket w/ lid for emergency restroom. Kitty litter is a good idea. But candles w/ a flame in the closed in area will produce carbon dioxide . As will an oil lamp. Be on the safe side, stick with the battery powered lamps. Good batteries last several years.

  • @wally626v_m7
    @wally626v_m7 2 роки тому

    You got the basics covered. A Wi-Fi connection would be ideal for checking weather radars and such. Not needed if good phone signal, but may not have it in concrete box. If building from scratch I would raise the floor a bit to keep out rain water. My only tornado I survived in a tent, was small and missed a direct hit by about a quarter mile.

  • @donnaduhamel6004
    @donnaduhamel6004 Рік тому

    Good on ya..be safe

  • @bobbyjones2112
    @bobbyjones2112 7 місяців тому +9

    Your husband, smart bringing the saw in there and axe just to get in case! And remember please don’t bring anything flammable not even matches. You don’t wanna take a chance. Just a paper plate alone would be enough to probably kill you from smoke. My dad was a fireman.

  • @1SickPuppy99
    @1SickPuppy99 2 роки тому

    Always be prepared for anything, good stuff!

  • @bobbytowesr3387
    @bobbytowesr3387 8 місяців тому +2

    Im building a below ground in ky.
    All the locals know where its at so if i got blocked im someone would know fairly quick.
    Hope to have it completed this year.
    Had one close call to many already.

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  8 місяців тому +2

      Storms are the most be downside to living in the south but great neighbors help make up for it !

    • @bobbytowesr3387
      @bobbytowesr3387 8 місяців тому

      @@3MISSISSIPPI yep, and some of mine are helping with the construction.

  • @rexkennedy3134
    @rexkennedy3134 2 роки тому +1

    Another great video! Thanks for sharing ideas on being prepared!

  • @danapertile106
    @danapertile106 Рік тому +4

    I would not use candles or oil lamps in the shelter, as they use up the oxygen inside. And if you are inside a long time, you will start to sweat and you will feel that it is getting hotter and hotter and there is less and less oxygen. Especially with several people inside. So the last thing you want to do is using candles or oil lamps that will consume even more oxygen and will heat up the shelter even more. Not to mention fire hazard. But otherwise I really like your video.

  • @DANDY1
    @DANDY1 2 роки тому

    Best in my mind and investment would be a solar pole light that sets on a concret pier cemented in the ground 4 foot deep so when the power go out you have light, plus it acts as a security light as well on normal times

  • @ronnydowdy7432
    @ronnydowdy7432 2 роки тому

    Looks like a plan. We do have some bad weather in the south. Good to be ready.

  • @Uscd80
    @Uscd80 Рік тому +1

    Don’t know if somebody mentioned it or not. Door hinges are on the inside of room. Would be easier to remove pins from hinges than trying to cut door open

  • @rick35758
    @rick35758 2 роки тому

    Include Wash & Dry or flushable wipes. The others are too strong to use on your skin.
    I keep batteries in a ziplock bag taped or tied to the respective device. Extra bulbs help too in case the light gets dropped.
    Check your ventilation in the shelter before you light any candles or oil lamps.
    Get some foam earplugs. It’ll help with storm noise (or snoring) while you’re confined to the shelter.

  • @tazmun
    @tazmun 2 роки тому

    I remember my family was tornado crazy and me not so much! They all head to the storm cellar at the drop of a hat and highly encourage me to do the same but it was just too much work! Every stupid storm the same response and I got tired of it. I said God knows where I live and if he wants me I think he’s gonna find me. Call me crazy but I got so I love storms and I sleep so good during the storm and feel so energized afterwards! Like I think I already said call me crazy… Ha ha ha😅😂

  • @remfj40
    @remfj40 9 місяців тому

    Just suggestions. Take a water/gas cut off tool and other items like tarps to use when you come out and your main house needs to be attended too. Looking for items after a "disaster" may be difficult, especially when time is critical.

  • @deanbarr5740
    @deanbarr5740 2 роки тому

    Great ideas. Always good to be prepared. 👍👍

  • @DinkTank369
    @DinkTank369 2 роки тому

    Dehydrated deer jerky great protein source/food for shelter. Doesn't have to be refrigerated.

    • @DinkTank369
      @DinkTank369 2 роки тому

      Any dehydrated & canned food ✅

  • @elaineshort5757
    @elaineshort5757 6 місяців тому

    nice Shelter. Your shelter could also make a nice faraday Box also

  • @tommytrantham-doublet5913
    @tommytrantham-doublet5913 2 роки тому

    Welcome to Mississippi y’all!,

  • @dougthegrouch
    @dougthegrouch 2 роки тому

    Decasent bags year round to keep moisture out when you're not using the shelter. Small first aid kit........Beef Jerky........vacuum packed or store bought, Moonshine.....it an be used for fire starter, cuts and other medical purposes, or just to have a good time while riding out the storm. These things an be stored in shelter and take up no room. Products can be changed out when time hanges twice a year like batteries in smoke dectors. Good luck.

  • @Koakoa45
    @Koakoa45 Рік тому

    As someone who is from Mississippi I can tell you this. Tornado "season" is November 1 - June 1. Hurricane season is June 1 - November 1. We like hot, wet and windy here. Most of us do not have storm shelters and most do not have basements due to water table and the sandy/clay soil, that will collapse basements unless you are rich enough to reinforce them. So we shelter in our houses usually and hope for the best. That being said we have supplies all year around for severe weather, we are pros at it.

    • @francesthieme3943
      @francesthieme3943 Рік тому

      Hmmm... I'm about to build a shelter in MS close to the coast. Solution to water table issue is to build above ground and then cover with 1-2 feet of dirt.

  • @garyteague4480
    @garyteague4480 Рік тому

    Great ideas!

  • @kellyfahey4053
    @kellyfahey4053 Рік тому +1

    I hate every kind of thunderstorm you can think of which are scattered thunderstorms, thunderstorms, AM thunderstorms, PM thunderstorms, heavy thunderstorms, strong thunderstorms, severe thunderstorms and also hurricanes and tornadoes but really hate are watches and warnings but kind like isolated thunderstorms and stray thunderstorms 🙅🏼‍♀️🌫️⛈️⛈️🌄⛈️🌅⛈️💦⛈️💦💨🌩️💦💨🌪️💨🌊🍃🌀💨🌊🍃😱📺📻👁️👁️🚨🤷🏼‍♀️❤️⛈️🚫⛈️🚫

  • @daved9532
    @daved9532 5 місяців тому +1

    Please for your safety please dig a trench by the entry door for torrential rain. The sod is even with the threshold and it shows with the wet spot inside. 🇺🇸

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  5 місяців тому +2

      We just completely redid that area 😉

  • @maryjemison1101
    @maryjemison1101 2 роки тому

    You have my Prayers ❤❤

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому

      The warm and the cold air kept their distance so it was just rain 🌧️ ❤️

  • @gungadinn
    @gungadinn 2 роки тому

    That shelter would need to be larger for me since I became claustrophobic. A couple of sheets of 1/2" Lexan for a window would help, at least for me.
    The Lysol wipes did away with bleach a few years back. So did Clorox.
    Suggest some nitrile/urethane gloves as well as some leather palm work gloves. Weather radio.

  • @trapperted5083
    @trapperted5083 2 роки тому

    Syd try a 5 gallon bucket with a fitted lid and grocery bags plus citrus spray with the toilet paper you never know
    knot the bag and leave in bucket

  • @judiehavard4903
    @judiehavard4903 5 місяців тому

    Point a security camera outside the shelter to focus on the shelter area. So you can see what is going on outside the shelter.😊

  • @jeffk2501
    @jeffk2501 2 роки тому +1

    A blanket or 2 or a sleeping bag. Maybe an extra jacket or hoodie, candle

  • @donaldg2845
    @donaldg2845 2 роки тому

    Good that you plan ahead hope you never have to use it. Here in Ohio I have a basement in case of a storm.

  • @anthonymusso5282
    @anthonymusso5282 2 роки тому +1

    They have toilet lids that will fit on a 5gal bucket. Instead of that other metal one. Save that one for fireplace ashes. And maybe a blanket or tarp draped up, to give some type of privacy while going

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому +1

      We don’t have a fireplace at this house …

    • @anthonymusso5282
      @anthonymusso5282 2 роки тому

      Girl you better get yall a wood burnin stove or sum. When the end of the world happens or the lights just go out, you gotta stay warm.
      Looking forward to seeing the install video in the future!😜

  • @reneeg.8059
    @reneeg.8059 6 місяців тому +1

    I’d also think of what you’d need AFTER a disaster… What would you need if you walked out and your house and garage wasn’t accessible. I hung up my multitool that shuts off water and gas to my house with command strips. I have strong, heavy-duty totes that you can sit on that holds a change of clothes, work gloves, rain jackets, umbrellas, flashlights, trash bags, towels, battery operated personal fans and cooling towels, fire starters, some tools, etc. As well as I keep fire extinguishers, a small folding table, water and water filters. These things you can put in there and leave at all times. Don’t have to think about it anymore. Keeps my mind free of thinking about it, knowing it’a all been done.
    I have a short list on my refrigerator of things we grab on the way to the shelter if we have severe weather coming right at us.. to-go bags, small easy-to-carry boxes of snacks, medical, 500-watt portable generator, and battery box. In my to-go bag, I have copies of my important papers along with personal items like travel sized Kleenex, sunscreen, bug spray, etc. So when the time comes we need to head to shelter, (there’s 3 of us) each person takes their to-go bag, and the other items on my list. Which isn’t hard to do. Make it as simple and easy as possible. (A chainsaw and pew-pew would be nice to have also, lol) Be prepared, not scared as the saying goes. Found y’all through Simple Life Reclaimed. Y’all have an awesome family!

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  6 місяців тому

      💯 thank you 🙏

    • @reneeg.8059
      @reneeg.8059 6 місяців тому

      Also, don’t put any batteries in items stored in shelter.. that’s why I have a battery case on my grab-and-go list. Don’t recommend putting electronics in there either.. the high heat, hard freezes, and humidity will damage them. Praying God will bless you and keep you safe.

  • @Nadine-bv3jm
    @Nadine-bv3jm Рік тому

    you might want to consider some thermal curtains or blankets to put them on the wall. It will help moderate the temperature and deaden the noise.

    • @reneeg.8059
      @reneeg.8059 6 місяців тому

      That’s an idea I didn’t think about.. I built a cover over mine so it wouldn’t get so hot inside sitting in the sun.

  • @aprilmurphy7231
    @aprilmurphy7231 6 місяців тому

    May i suggest a five gallon tall plastic bucket with foam floaties cut half thru to put around the edge. This would be the ideal bthroom bucket. Lololol!!! More cumfy and no danger of falling backwards into it. Also comes with a lid if needed. 😂 Just thought i would share.

  • @connieschoenberger9800
    @connieschoenberger9800 5 місяців тому

    Food for your dogs cats whatever you take in there with you I live in tornado alley my fur babies go to the storm shelter with me

  • @kathleennelson6692
    @kathleennelson6692 Рік тому +2

    Important papers, contacts, financial info, insurance.,on a flash drive and send a copy to a family member. Leashes, rope

  • @timnewman1172
    @timnewman1172 Рік тому

    A 5-gal bucket with a 'luggable loo' seat is a much better toilet option! Use a tall kitchen bag as a liner, and instead of kitty litter, get another 5-gal of regular sawdust(not woodchips!!!)...

  • @randymiller1257
    @randymiller1257 2 роки тому +5

    I'd put a bottle of whiskey in there lol

  • @johnkrug6659
    @johnkrug6659 2 роки тому +1

    I would hope that the storm shelter door is facing easterly that would severely lessen the chance of the door getting blocked most of our storms come from the south or west sometimes out of the north but mostly are moving easterly

  • @oldsalty6588
    @oldsalty6588 2 роки тому

    wooden storage catainers that would keep the supplies offthe floor and could double as a sleeping platfore would be a benifit. i noticed water inside the door that might make it misrable during alarge storm.

  • @lakesuperiorgirl17
    @lakesuperiorgirl17 5 місяців тому

    I live in Minnesota, the sheriff’s department recommends your storm shelter be registered with the county so you can be found. a battery operated fan, I keep a portable charged, charged at all times and tablets if my grandkids are with me and headphones

  • @DinkTank369
    @DinkTank369 2 роки тому

    Good morning ☕

  • @BBQNBLUES
    @BBQNBLUES 6 місяців тому +1

    Add a Portable DVD Player so you can watch "Back To The Future" & "Twister" :)

  • @MrBIGNAWD
    @MrBIGNAWD Рік тому

    GOOD INFO THANKS... I WOULD PUT A 151QT ICE CHEST IN THERE WITH ALL THE STUFF YOU JUST SHOWED,THAT WAY ITS SEALED AND DRY AND MAKES A GREAT SEAT FOR 2 ... MAYBE INSTALL A SHELF ON BACK WALL TO STORE THINGS, KEY IS MAKE SURE YOU HAVE GREAT VENTILATION WHEN CLOSED INSIDE!!! YOU CAN CUT A HOLE IN LOWER WALL TO INSTALL A 1'' PVC PIPE WITH A LARGE FUNNEL TO DO #1 IN DUE TO HYDRATION !!!! GOD BLESS

  • @jamesjessee4064
    @jamesjessee4064 2 роки тому +1

    Went thru one in 1974 ef4 don't want anymore 😲😲

  • @bartomand3681
    @bartomand3681 Рік тому +1

    If you are charging phones/tablets etc, you may want to consider a portable fire extinguisher.

  • @daviddrury1316
    @daviddrury1316 4 місяці тому

    Nice get home bag.

  • @vintagespeed
    @vintagespeed 2 роки тому

    might want to install a reversible fan in the vent pipe. could get awful stagnant in there.

  • @kathleennelson6692
    @kathleennelson6692 Рік тому +1

    Yes tell people where you are, whistles, Small air horn, Red Cross emergency radio

  • @sonnyhome5515
    @sonnyhome5515 6 місяців тому +1

    Beef jerky and water that’s a meal for me!

  • @glendabrekke5475
    @glendabrekke5475 Рік тому

    will you have cell reception in there? Also candles depending on how long your in there, aphixiation might be a concern. walmart has toilet seats you can put on a 5 gal bucket. put plastic bag in it and store TP in there. better than the bucket. some card games?

  • @RidgeLife
    @RidgeLife 2 роки тому

    Nice Prep work!

  • @DinkTank369
    @DinkTank369 2 роки тому

    Hello Mike, Syd, & Frankie 🇺🇸

  • @bobbylangston9761
    @bobbylangston9761 2 роки тому +1

    You might want to get some wood shavings to put in that bucket just in case you keep the smell down

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому

      That’s what the kitty litter is for 😉

  • @scottburk4083
    @scottburk4083 2 роки тому +2

    Just curious. Is that shelter anchored into the ground? Also in the future you may want to look into either putting it underground or building an underground shelter. A strong enough tornado or hurricane could pick that shelter up or roll it. Just suggestions,every scenario is going to be different. Stay safe and God Bless!

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому +2

      It is anchored with hurricane straps into cement and many people have these out here. No hurricanes this far north so it’s just for tornadoes 🌪️.

  • @stevegilliam7544
    @stevegilliam7544 2 роки тому

    Frankie doesn't like much being as tall as mom nice storm shelter 👍

  • @pattimasten7314
    @pattimasten7314 6 місяців тому

    You know Benadryl can double for the use of anxiety… maybe something good to add in.

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  6 місяців тому

      I give it to the dogs during storms … worked in pharmacy for 20 years .

  • @bobbyjones2112
    @bobbyjones2112 7 місяців тому +1

    I wouldn’t use anything that requires fire because if something happens in there, you have a little fire and the door is blocked from trees or what have you, you could be overcome by smoke no matter how good the ventilation is. Especially in that little of space I would definitely not have anything that requires fire. That’s just my opinion. 😳

  • @chaz5229
    @chaz5229 Рік тому

    I've been obsessed with watching storm shelter videos for the past few days.....storm chasing videos for the past couple of weeks. Tis the season for stormy weather now....and they just get more intense...more dangerous every year. I'm in Virginia...and trust me...we have had our fair share of close calls in our area(south-mid state, Va/NC state line)...and the county I'm in...our rural area has gotten really bad. I live right outside of Stanton River State Park and a few years ago the park was leveled...right down the middle by a twister. My grandpa's truck shed was picked up, turned upside down and slammed onto the ground...and it was about 100 ft from our front door. I truly pray for all of those living in tornado alley...there is NO way I would even want to live there. But I understand...people who have roots there won't leave and I get it. I live in my grandparents old farmhouse and I plan on being here until my dying day. Lately I am thinking more and more about a storm shelter. All we have here on this farm is the old pit under the packing house and I AIN'T GOING DOWN THERE!!!! I will take my chances in the closet under the stairs in the house. I also have been thinking about all the money spent rebuilding...and the money spent on insurance...and all the policies that are paid out after disasters...and it made me wonder......why can't people build underground homes in those REALLY bad areas....the one's that are pretty much guaranteed getting twisters on a yearly basis? On a MONTHLY basis in some places. I mean...have one area above ground...like a sun room type area ...climate controlled...living room/den type area....where one can just hang out on beautiful nights...watch a little tv....kind of like a "living normal" type room. The rest...underground with multiple exits just in case. That way IF the residence takes a direct or near direct hit...only the one above ground room would get damaged...the rest of the home would be safe. I don't know how all of that works....or if it's even possible...and I know people want their beautiful home with the white picket fence and all that goes with it but would it make sense for some? Just a thought.

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  Рік тому +1

      The water table … you can’t ( in many areas ) have underground shelters or basements.

    • @chaz5229
      @chaz5229 Рік тому

      @@3MISSISSIPPI Thank you so much for that. I actually figured it was a reason because I know land changes from place to place...some places are wetter than others in this case. I do remember learning something to that effect in school...but couldn't remember. The idea is too darn simple for there NOT to be an issue. Thanks for your response and I enjoyed your video very much. Lots of info...very beneficial.

    • @Blk_NRG
      @Blk_NRG Рік тому +1

      Me too I’m been watching storm shelter videos and tornado videos all week. I live in Dallas area but have family in Mississippi and was in Mississippi when the silver city and rolling fork tornado hit im planning on moving back once I graduate college and just soaking up all the information on storm shelters it’s interesting and equally terrifying when a tornado is coming to your neighborhood

  • @ThePyramidone
    @ThePyramidone 3 місяці тому

    Could you paint your walls with calming colors? Gloves, masks, shoes, or boots for aftermath cleanup. Have noise-cancelling hearing protection. Please don't use open flame lanterns while occupying the shelter (poor ventilation). Your future shelter should have two access/egress points.

  • @handy9smith764
    @handy9smith764 2 роки тому

    Blankets for warmth and to lay on

  • @alexs3447
    @alexs3447 2 роки тому +1

    The boredom factor in a concrete box is major. Keep some ganga in there to relax with

  • @AuntieAnn
    @AuntieAnn 2 роки тому

    Perfect 👍❤️... I wouldn't want to try and sit on that bucket, you'll fall in 🤣🤣... We have a five gallon with a toilet seat lid 👍

    • @3MISSISSIPPI
      @3MISSISSIPPI  2 роки тому +1

      😂 it’s the squat and hover method 😂

  • @Doormac
    @Doormac Рік тому

    From your move from Ramona, you guys have had to deal with big storms, thats crazy