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I live in an area that has been hit by several small tornadoes, no where near what has happened in the Mid-west. We have a farm with a good many acres so space is not a problem. The farm house is solid 36"+ field stone walls that have stood for more than 150 years. BUT -
I have an aged mother with me and can not move fast. I want to build a tornado bunker just outside the house into the hillside. At her age and speed it's all she could make if a warning is made. I want to dig this into the side of the hill and bury a used semi-trailer.
The trailer or just a container) can be had for as little as $5,000 - I have checked this online. Let's say that hole, utilities, foundation, etc. are another $5,000.
Here is my question, is it feasible and logical?
Here is my question, is it feasible and logical?
I have an aged mother with me and can not move fast. I want to build a tornado bunker just outside the house into the hillside. At her age and speed it's all she could make if a warning is made. I want to dig this into the side of the hill and bury a used semi-trailer.
- Dig the hole
- Put in a simple foundation
- Run in the trailer
- Hook up utilities (electric)
- Cover it with dirt
The trailer or just a container) can be had for as little as $5,000 - I have checked this online. Let's say that hole, utilities, foundation, etc. are another $5,000.
Here is my question, is it feasible and logical?
Here is my question, is it feasible and logical?