Advancing Awareness, Transparency & Education for Greater Resilience in the Built Environment
For a Stronger and Safer
Built Environment

The Hill interviews RAF in aftermath of Amazon tornado fatalities

...

In the aftermath of the EF-3 tornado strike in the US midwest that destroyed an Amazon distribution center in Illinois and resulted in 6 fatalities, The Hill interviewed RAF Founder Aris Papadopoulos.

Questions remain as to why the recently-built facility was ill-prepared for a well-known hazard for the area.

  • What wind standards do codes require that such facilities be built?
  • Are tornado shelters required?
  • If not, should caring companies be building above code?
  • What training do workers receive on what to do when a tornado alarm sounds?

 

https://thehill.com/policy/technology/585625-fatal-amazon-warehouse-collapse-spotlights-safety-concerns/

Share:

More Articles

Featured

Holiday Safety Primer

The Holidays are a wonderful time of the year. Unfortunately about 50,000 homes catch fire during this season. Here are things you can do to protect your family and home.

Read More »

Get Involved

Join the RAF Newsletter