In the wake of the devastating Mena tornado in April of 2009, residents are now rebuilding their homes stronger and more secure.
Many families protect themselves in steel or concrete shelters. But now there is a new option and it's no thicker than a piece of flimsy cardboard. Homeowners here are getting a lesson in sturdy construction.
But can a fabric, meant to stop bullets hold up to Mother Nature? From 5NEWS sister station KFOR comes this special report on how Kevlar storm shelters will save countless lives the next time a killer tornado strikes Mena.
Many families protect themselves in steel or concrete shelters. But now there is a new option and it's no thicker than a piece of flimsy cardboard. Homeowners here are getting a lesson in sturdy construction.
But can a fabric, meant to stop bullets hold up to Mother Nature? From 5NEWS sister station KFOR comes this special report on how Kevlar storm shelters will save countless lives the next time a killer tornado strikes Mena.
