Reviewed February 2023 September 2017 Reviewed by Michael GoldschmidtUniversity of Missouri ExtensionTopicsSafe roomConstructionEmergency preparednessSevere weatherTornadoNote: For information on drawings and specifications for building a suitable FEMA safe room for your home, please see FEMA's safe room page. file_copy Reprint guidelines insert_comment Share Feedback Publication No. EMW1021 Related programs Missouri Extension Disaster Education Network Related publications Family Disaster Plan Disaster Supplies Kit Tornado Season: Are You Ready?