by Blake Lee | Jul 9, 2014 | News
We recently discovered a poll on weather.com of the top 10 cities most frequently hit by tornadoes. As you would probably expect, the state of Oklahoma was well represented in the poll.
Tulsa ranked number 6 in the poll. “Tulsa, like Oklahoma City, is in the heart of what was once considered the traditional “Tornado Alley.” Tulsa lies at the crossroads of the Great Plains and the Ozark Mountains so it is a prime area for storm chasers as they follow tornadoes across the flat topography of central Oklahoma.”
Tulsa Co. Tornado History
- Total Track (1962-2011): 828/sq. mi.**
- Busiest Month (1950-2012): May with 19 average tornadoes
- EF-2 Tornado Hit Tulsa in 2010 and 2013
Following Tulsa, Oklahoma City came in number 7 on the list.
Oklahoma City Tornado History
- Total Track (1962-2011): 806.2/sq. mi.**
- 2.3 tornadoes each year/1,000 sq. mi.
- Oklahoma County has been 101 times since 1950
The good news for Oklahomans is we have showrooms in both Tulsa and Oklahoma City. Come by and see us!
http://www.weather.com/news/tornado-central/top-tornado-cities-2013-20130415
F5 STORM SHELTERS
Storm Shelters, Tornado Shelters, Safe Rooms
Tulsa – (918) 970-4770
Oklahoma City – (405) 824-7209
by Blake Lee | Jun 30, 2014 | News
F5 Storm Shelters of Tulsa will be on display at next months Home & Garden Expo of Oklahoma. This event will be held at the River Spirit Expo Center just outside downtown Tulsa from Friday, June 25th through Sunday, June 27th. The hours of operation will be the following:
Friday : 12pm – 8pm
Saturday: 10am – 8pm
Sunday: 11am – 5pm
We will have our XL underground garage shelter and one of our above ground safe rooms on display. There is no costs to get into the show so bring the whole family out and come see us Tulsa!
F5 STORM SHELTERS
Storm Shelters, Tornado Shelters, Safe Rooms
Tulsa – (918) 970-4770
Oklahoma City – (405) 824-7209
by admin | Jun 23, 2014 | News
We get questions all the time from customers about whether or not they have post tension cables under their foundation. These questions primarily come from our Tulsa customers, but it is becoming alot more frequent in the Oklahoma city area so we thought we would post a blog about it. First of all, post tension foundations are different from normal foundations in that they have high tension cables running in or beneath the slab. They are designed to help improve the stability of your foundation over time. The problem though, is if you have them, cables running under your garage floor presents a problem when installing an underground garage tornado shelter. In order for a customer with post tension to get their install done properly, you must hire a post tension company to be present for the install. Once the slab is cut and removed, the company will adjust the cables and cap them so that it will be possible to put the storm shelter in the garage floor. This service will cost a little extra on top of the installation, but it will make it possible for everybody to be below ground when a storm is heading their way.
F5 STORM SHELTERS
Storm Shelters, Tornado Shelters, Safe Rooms
Tulsa – (918) 970-4770
Oklahoma City – (405) 824-7209
by admin | Apr 24, 2012 | FAQ, News, Storm Preparedness
What will you do if a tornado is on a path to hit your home?
Where will you go? Only a storm shelter/tornado shelter can provide iron clad protection against tornadoes, which are nature’s most violent storms. Many folks believe they can go to the center of their home in a closet and ride out a storm. The problem is many storms are too powerful and these storms can level everything except cement slabs. Many Oklahoma citizens tragically lost their lives on May 3rd, 1999, due to violent F5 rated tornadoes.
The choice you make regarding which storm shelter to purchase is a critical decision. Not just any storm shelter or tornado shelter will do. Storm shelters made out of cheap materials will likely not stand the test of time. Plastic and fiberglass tornado shelters often crack and break down over time when placed in the ground. Our steel shelters are protected by coal tar epoxy to help prevent rusting to protect your investment.
But protecting your family from tornadoes is not the only reason to invest in a storm shelter. Did you know that purchasing a storm shelter can increase the value of your home? We all know that it’s a tough market out there right now. Anything that distinguishes your home from other homes on the market can aid you in making a quicker sale. Ask your licensed real estate professional what they think the impact of adding a storm shelter to your home will be. We think that you’ll be pleasantly surprised.
F5 Storm Shelters are the highest quality storm shelters available on the market. Our shelters are made of heavy duty 10 gauge steel with ¼ plate solid steel lids to ensure durability and strength. Our shelters also include metal ribbing that provides additional strength to the sidewalls. F5 Storm Shelters come with a limited lifetime warranty. Our shelters aren’t made from cheap fiberglass or plastic like some shelters. F5 Storm Shelters are tested using sophisticated pressure testing equipment to ensure that they are welded tight and will last for many years to come. All of our shelters are welded inside and out to ensure water won’t get in. Your decision to buy a storm shelter or tornado shelter from F5 Storm Shelters will be one of the best decisions that you will ever make. Don’t put off the decision for one more day.
Don’t delay. Tornadoes can happen anytime! Buy a storm shelter and protect your family. Call us today.
F5 STORM SHELTERS
Storm Shelters, Tornado Shelters, Safe Rooms
Tulsa – (918) 970-4770
Oklahoma City – (405) 824-7209
