RV TORNADO SAFETY CHECKLIST (A Travel Well, Live Well Essential Guide)

Kim Martinez
May 5
1 min read

SHELTER LOCATION DOCUMENTATION (Complete at Each New Location)

□ Primary Storm Shelter Location: ________________

□ Distance from RV Site: _______ minutes walking

□ Shelter Contact/Access Code: ________________

□ Backup Location: ________________

□ Coordinates/Directions: ________________

□ Pet Policy Confirmed: Yes/No

WEATHER MONITORING SETUP

□ Weather Radio - Fresh Batteries

□ Local Emergency Alert System Number: ________________

□ Weather Apps Configured for Location

□ Campground Office Number: ________________

PET EVACUATION PREP

□ Cat Carriers (positioned by main door)

□ Calming aids

□ Portable litter box

□ 24hr Pet Food Supply

□ Water Bowls

□ Pet Medications

GRAB-AND-GO BAG CONTENTS

□ Emergency Cash: $_______

□ Insurance Cards

□ Medications (3-day supply)

□ First Aid Kit

□ Flashlights (check batteries)

□ Phone Chargers

□ Important Documents Folder

□ Pet Medical Records

□ Emergency Contact List

5-MINUTE EVACUATION STEPS

1. □ Get Weather Radio

2. □ Get Pet Carriers

3. □ Secure RV (quick checklist):

□ Close all windows

□ Lock main door

□ Turn off propane

□ Grab emergency bag

4. □ Follow pre-planned route to shelter

AFTER THE ALL-CLEAR

□ Check official sources for safety confirmation

□ Inspect RV exterior

□ Document any damage (photos)

□ Contact insurance if needed

□ Update emergency contacts

MONTHLY MAINTENANCE

□ Check Weather Radio Batteries

□ Update Emergency Contact Numbers

□ Verify Pet Supplies

□ Review Evacuation Route

□ Check First Aid Kit