Walt Builds a Family Fallout Shelter

Feb 1, 19600h 27m
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Synopsis

A man named Walt who has recently completed building a fallout shelter in his home, a project initiated due to the threat of nuclear war during the Cold War era. Walt demonstrates to his friends the multi-functionality of the shelter, which can also serve as a darkroom, an extra bedroom, or a safe space during tornadoes. He explains the construction process in detail, emphasizing the need for precise measurements, proper leveling, and the use of concrete blocks for radiation protection. The shelter includes a stock of essentials like a radio, batteries, and a fire extinguisher. Walt’s narrative is interspersed with advice on obtaining official bulletins for guidance and the importance of building shelters correctly. The film concludes with a message from the Director of the Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization, advocating for the construction of family fallout shelters across America as a means of personal safety and national security in the nuclear age.

Details

Release Date
Feb 1, 1960
Runtime
0h 27m
Language
English
Status
Released

Production

Companies

Office of Civil Defense
Reid H. Ray Film Industries
National Concrete Masonary Association
Federal Emergency Management Agency

Countries

United States of America