Wheelchair Accessible Survival Shelter

Natural disasters are a threat to seemingly every part of the world. Hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, floods, mudslides, and more can all take out residential structures. Being prepared for these situations is always a smart idea. Keeping an emergency kit of food, clothing, medical supplies, and communication is recommended. Maybe not doomsday preppers’ amounts but enough for a few days. If your residence is unfortunately taken out, then a temporary shelter might be needed until help arrives. James Yarger, a drafter and industrial designer out of Portland Oregon, has designed a 72 Hour Survival Shelter concept that is wheelchair accessible.

Features
Yarger’s survival shelter is basically an inflatable tent that’s shaped like a large dice cube. A large circular opening makes for easy entrance and exit from the shelter. The other sides have screened circular openings for ventilation and sight. On top is a red light beacon to help potential rescuers locate you. There’s also a power adapter to keep items like your cell phone charged.

What To Do Now
So after a natural disaster you’ve hopefully been able to get your emergency kit. Getting the survival shelter up starts with inflation with a battery powered air pump. If you let the batteries die, then get those lungs ready! Next get your clothing, electronics, and perishable food inside. Now turn the beacon on and hope help arrives soon.

Conclusion
Yarger’s 72 Hour Survival Shelter is one of those design concepts that is good but we hope to never need. One thing I would suggest design wise is a flatter bottom to the entrance. Though the material should be flexible enough to roll over in the current design. To see more of James Yarger’s portfolio and resume visit this website or this one.