Serving the Citizens of Jefferson County, Alabama Storm Shelter When severe weather threatens, individuals and families need protection from the dangerous forces of extreme winds. Individuals and communities in the high-risk tornado and hurricane areas have begun to address the need and benefits of residential and community shelters. Specific guidance is available from FEMA on this website for the construction of both residential and community shelters. Safe Rooms • Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration • Frequently Asked Questions • Resources • Case Studies • Exhibits and Demonstrations • Photographs FEMA Publications • Taking Shelter from the Storm, Building a Safe Room inside your House (FEMA 320) • Design and Construction Guidance for Community Shelters (FEMA 361) Related Web Sites • Texas Tech University Wind Engineering Research Center • American Red Cross • National Storm Shelter Association • Storm Prediction Center • U.S. Small Business Administration • Centers for Disease Control And Prevention, Prevention guides for Emergencies and Disasters • The Tornado Project • National Weather Service Website maintained by the Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency, Birmingham, Alabama