Storm Shelter Procedures and Expectations

MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 864

Safe Room Procedures

  • Safe Room doors automatically unlock with the first “Tornado Warning” siren

  • Safe Room closes when the “Tornado Warning” expires

  • Safe Room is not designed to accommodate pets

  • Safe Room and school campuses are smoke/alcohol/drug-free facilities according to Arkansas law

  • Safe Room doors are to remain closed at all times

General Information

  • The Safe Room Manager will be wearing a MIC (Manager in Charge) vest

  • He or She has access to severe weather information and can answer questions

  • The Safe Room is not stocked with food, cots, pillows, or blankets

  • When the Tornado Warning has expired, the Safe Room Manager will close the facility

Priority Occupation

  • Students and school staff have first priority during the school day

  • Safe Room opens after school hours for community shelter during tornado warnings

Rules

  • No Pets

  • No Weapons

  • No Alcohol/Drugs/Tobacco Products

  • No Running/Horse Play

  • Only Minimal Personal Property

  • No Repeated Entries/Exits