Clarksville, TN Tornado Shelters: Why We Started Calm AF Co. and How to Keep Your Family Safe
Xena Carr
Sep 28
3 min read
If you live in Clarksville, TN, you know how scary tornado season can be. The sirens go off, the sky turns green, and suddenly everyone is crammed into the bathtub or closet, praying the storm passes.
After one too many nights like that with my kids, clutching a flashlight and wishing we had a better plan...I knew something had to change.
That’s why we started Calm AF Co. a woman-owned, veteran-operated tornado shelter company right here in Clarksville. Our mission is simple: help local families feel safe, prepared, and calm when the next storm hits.
Why Storm Shelters Matter in Clarksville
Clarksville isn’t technically in “Tornado Alley,” but severe storms are becoming more common. Every year, we see roofs ripped off, trees blocking roads, and power outages that last for days.Bathtubs, closets, and hallways might feel like the only option — but the truth is, they offer very little protection from flying debris or structural collapse. A FEMA-compliant tornado shelter or safe room is the single best way to protect your family when the sirens sound.
Our Story: From Bathtub Panic to Calm AF
Hi, I’m Xena Carr, founder and CEO of Calm AF Co. My husband Jon and I are raising our kids right here in Tennessee. After experiencing multiple close calls with tornadoes — including one that left us without power for days — we decided enough was enough.Jon is a veteran with years of experience in construction, welding, and project management. Together, we combined his hands-on skills with my passion for storm preparedness to launch a business focused on giving families engineer-approved, fully prepped shelters that make you feel confident and ready when bad weather hits.
What Calm AF Co. Offers
We proudly serve Clarksville, Sango, Woodlawn, Cunningham, Fort Campbell area, and surrounding communities with:• Above-Ground Tornado Shelters – Anchored to your slab and built to withstand high winds and flying debris.• Below-Ground Shelters – Installed in your yard for maximum protection.• Garage Units / Safe Rooms – Installed inside your garage so you don’t have to run outside in bad weather.
Every install follows FEMA guidelines and engineer-stamped plans approved for Tennessee. And because we know peace of mind is more than just a box in the ground, we include a Calm Kit with every install stocked with essentials so you’re storm-ready from day one.
We Get It. This is a Big Decision
We hear it all the time: • “Shelters are too expensive.” (That’s why we offer financing and payment plans.)• “I don’t know where I’d even put one.” (We’ll help you find the best location on your property.)• “I don’t know where to start.” (We make it easy — just fill out our contact form, and we take care of the rest.)
How to Get Started
1. Fill Out Our Contact Form – Tell us about your property, your needs, and your budget. 2. Place Your Order – We coordinate with our supplier and handle logistics.3. Install Day – Our crew installs your shelter to code and walks you through it.4. Grab Your Calm Kit – We leave you fully stocked so you can ride out the storm with confidence.
What’s Included in Your Calm Kit
When we install a shelter, we don’t just leave you with an empty space. We leave you storm ready from day one.Every Calm AF Co. shelter install includes a Calm Kit, our curated set of storm essentials designed to keep your family calm, comfortable, and connected during severe weather. Here’s what you’ll find inside:
• Emergency Weather Radio – So you never miss an alert, even if the power is out.• Rechargeable Power Bank – Keeps your phone charged to receive updates or call for help. • Magnetic Lantern or Flashlight – Bright, hands-free light for the entire shelter.• First Aid Kit – Bandages, antiseptic, and basic medical supplies for peace of mind.• Whistle – For communication if needed in an emergency.• Emergency Blanket – Helps keep warm if you lose heat during a storm.• Printed Calm AF Co. Tornado Prep Guide – A step-by-step checklist for what to do before, during, and after a storm.Your Sign to Get Safe
If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to get a storm shelter, this is it. Don’t wait until the next storm is already on the radar. Fill out our contact form today to get pricing, updates, and priority scheduling for installs.
When the sirens sound, you’ll know you have a safe, fully-prepped space and everything you need to keep your family calm.
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