"The entire State of Ohio is in the eastern edge of tornado alley," said Ohio Emergency Management Agency executive director Sima Merick. "The only way to protect oneself from wind speeds of up to 250 mph is in one of these safe rooms."
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The project will cost $750,920, and FEMA will pay about 75 percent, or $563,190. The remaining 25 percent of the funds will be provided by participating homeowners.
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