Logan-Rogersville R-VIII

Community Storm Shelters

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the Community Storm Shelters located? 

• Logan-Rogersville Upper Elementary: FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Community Safe Room located at the northwest end of the school, 306 S Mill St, Rogersville, MO 65742
• Logan-Rogersville Elementary School: Community Storm Shelter located on the east side of the school, 7297 E Farm Road 164, Rogersville, MO 65742
• Logan-Rogersville Primary School: Community Storm Shelter located on the west side of the school, 512 S Sentry Drive, Rogersville, MO 65742

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What is a Tornado Protection Zone (TPZ)?
The Tornado Protection Zone is an area a 0.5 miles radius around the FEMA safe room.  This area is designated by FEMA as those who can quickly make it to the FEMA safe room in the event of a tornado warning.  This does not limit who can come to the FEMA safe room; it just notes those who can quickly make it in the event of severe weather. Tornado Protection Zone: See map

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Are the safe rooms at the Middle School and High School open to the public?
The function of the safe rooms located at the Middle and High Schools are to provide protection for students and staff during tornado activity during school hours. Due to the lack of population density within the TPZ, the FEMA grants for these two structures were not designated as community safe rooms outside school hours – with the exception of evening school activities. If you are at or near the High School or Middle School in an active tordado warning during school hours or during a school evening activity, you will be permitted to enter the safe rooms.

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Why are the Elementary School and Primary School Community Storm Shelters not referred to as FEMA structures?
While both were built to the same safety specifications as a FEMA structure, no federal funds were received. The Elementary Community Storm Shelter was 100% funded by the LR Community with the passing of the Phase I April 2019 Bond and the Primary School Community Storm Shelter was 100% funded by the LR Community with the passing of the Phase II Aprill 2022 Bond.

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When are the Community Storm Shelters open for use?
The Community Storm Shelters will be opened to the public during tornado warnings issued by the National Weather Service. The storm shelters will remain open until the warning has expired or been cancelled by the National Weather Service. 

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Are animals allowed?
Aid animals are allowed. Household pets are not allowed in the Storm Shelters unless they are confined in an owner provided carrier or remain on a short leash next to the owner at all times, and they are under control, quiet, and not disturbing the other patrons.