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Pea Ridge School District

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Storm Shelter

Storm Shelter Procedures and Expectations MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 864

    • 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
    • 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
    • Students and school staff have first priority during the school day
    • Safe Room opens after school hours for community shelter during tornado warnings
    • No Pets
    • No Weapons
    • No Alcohol/Drugs/Tobacco Products
    • No Running/Horse Play
    • Only Minimal Personal Property
    • No Repeated Entries/Exits