Tornado Safe Room Information

  • FEMA

    The Tornado Safe Room, owned by the Marshfield R-I School District, is designed primarily to protect students and staff during tornadoes or extreme high wind events that occur during school hours.

    The public will be notified that the safe room is open via NOAA weather radio. Once a tornado warning is issued, the public may enter the safe room. Please note that NOAA weather radios will serve as our official notification system.

    For individuals with special needs (e.g., physical impairments, medical alerts, service animal requirements), please complete and return the Special Needs Form linked below to Marshfield R-I Schools at 170 State Highway DD.

    FEMA Safe Room Special Needs Form

    If you have any questions, feel free to contact Josh Hume, Assistant Superintendent of Operations and District Safety Coordinator, at 417-859-2120 or via email at josh.hume@mjays.us.

    FEMA Safe Room Location:
    715 Blue Jay Drive, Marshfield, MO 65706
    (Located between Daniel Webster Elementary and Marshfield Junior High School)
    Capacity: 1,200

     Frequently Asked Questions

Definitions

  • TPZ - The intended tornado protection zone based on the estimated time necessary to reach the safe room after a warning has been given and the maximum capacity of the safe room, including the student body and staff.  

    Tornado Watch - A product issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) to local authorities and the general public indicating that the conditions for the formation of a tornado are favorable. A watch is a recommendation for planning, preparation, and increased awareness (i.e., to be alert for changing weather, listen for further information, and think about what to do if the danger materializes).

    Tornado Warning - A tornado warning is a product issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) to local authorities and the general public indicating that a tornado is either imminent or has been reported.  A warning indicates the need to take action immediately to protect life and property.
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