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SHELTERATLAS Global Registry
FEMA P-361 Certified Safe Room (Active) ID: US-FEMA-TORN-002
Source: Missouri State Emergency Management

Joplin Community Tornado Protection Center

🛡️ High-Impact Tornado & Hurricane Safe Room

Certified Civilian Capacity 1800 occupants
Managing Authority: Joplin Emergency Management / SEMA Missouri
GPS Coordinates: 37.06730, -94.50280

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📍 2104 Indiana Ave, Joplin, MO 64804, Joplin (United States) 37.0673, -94.5028
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72-Hour Grab Bag: What to Bring

In the event of an official air raid or crisis alert, do not carry bulky luggage. Only take your essential emergency bag:

  • Drinking water (3L/day per person)
  • Crank/Solar radio with NOAA/FM alerts
  • Survival freeze-dried food (min 72h)
  • IFAK trauma first aid kit & essential meds
  • Vital ID papers and cash reserve
  • Tactical LED flashlight & lithium batteries

Frequently Asked Questions for this Shelter

Who is permitted entry into this shelter?

Any civilian present in the vicinity during an activated alarm is entitled to immediate shelter regardless of nationality or legal residency.

How long can civilians stay inside?

Civil defense facilities are engineered for an autonomous stay of at least 72 hours under forced air filtration.

Are pets allowed inside?

Under standard civil contingency protocols, pets must be secured inside carriers within designated ventilation sections.