Tornado Shelter Stock List β Wichita
Tornado Alley brings serious storms. Here’s what to keep in your shelter year-round.
π Storm Suppliesπ (316) 265-9930Wichita sits in Tornado Alley. Severe weather peaks March-July. Watch-to-warning windows can be minutes β have your shelter stocked BEFORE the warning.
β οΈ Watch vs Warning
WATCH = conditions favorable. WARNING = tornado spotted/indicated. WARNING means GO TO SHELTER IMMEDIATELY.
Must-Have Year-Round
π§ Water
1 gal/person/day, 3-day supply
π» NOAA Weather Radio
Battery or crank
π¦ Flashlights + Batteries
One per family member
π©Ή First Aid Kit
Includes prescriptions
βοΈ Helmets / Bike Helmets
Tornado debris causes head trauma
π Closed-Toe Shoes
Glass and nails after storms
π Phone Power Banks
Keep charged
Heavy Blankets
Comfort + debris protection
Important Documents
IDs
Driver’s licenses for all
Insurance Cards
Home, auto, health
π΅ Cash
$100-200 small bills
Family Photos / Memory Cards
Irreplaceable
Food (3-Day Supply)
Canned Proteins + Manual Can Opener
Tuna, chicken, beans
Protein Bars
Easy energy
Peanut Butter
Calorie-dense, shelf-stable
Pet Food
Don’t forget pets
π¦ Build Your Kit Before Storms Hit
Mr. Mc’s stocks supplies year-round β water, batteries, flashlights, first aid. Storm-warning shelves clear fast. Stock NOW.
Best Shelter Locations
- Storm cellar / underground shelter
- Basement (under stairs/workbench)
- Interior windowless bathroom (use tub)
- Interior closet under stairs
- Center hallway, ground floor
NEVER: mobile home, vehicle, upstairs room, room with windows.
Related
Storm Pantry Guide
Full pantry checklist. Read β
Tornado Prep Guide
Family plan + weather watching. Read β
Visit Mr. Mc’s Market
π 1901 E 21st St N
Wichita, KS 67214
π (316) 265-9930
π Open 9 AM β 9 PM, 7 days a week