Gun violence is a major point of discussion in today’s society. And it’s especially prevalent among those who spend time in facilities that tend to be at high risk for these incidents, including schools, churches, and government buildings.
Tornado season is just around the corner. That means people across the country should be gearing up to protect themselves and their property from the potential impact of these powerful storms.
According to the National Severe Storms Laboratory, damaging winds are classified as those above 50-60 mph. However, the most damaging tornadoes can have wind speeds that exceed 300 mph. So the extent of the safety issues and property damage can vary widely depending on the specific storm.
Tornado season is already underway throughout the Great Plains and the Midwest. Weather experts are predicting that El Niño may lead to a diminished impact from tornadoes this year, but the patterns can be unpredictable. Additionally, Tornado Alley may be shifting east. So buildings that may not have been in the path of regular storms in the past could have to take extra precautions going forward.
In your school, nothing is more important than the safety of your students, teachers, and faculty. Investing in a high-quality school security system can go a long way in safeguarding your school against serious threats and help to ensure peace of mind for everyone.
No parent or faculty member wants to think that violence will occur in their own building. Still, school security is a major concern in a lot of districts. There are plenty of systems and products available to curtail school violence and effectively protect students. But some school administrators may be wary about the cost of some of these security upgrades and protective measures. In some cases, they may even feel that these changes are completely out of the question due to budgetary concerns.
The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) defines a safe room as “a hardened structure specifically designed to meet FEMA criteria and provide life-safety protection in extreme wind events, including tornadoes and hurricanes.” A residential safe room is for 16 people or less. A community safe room is any safe room not defined as a residential safe room.
