Installing Fire Bunkers Half Buried Into Slope or Side

Most of the Fire bunkers are installed as buried into slope or side. There are many advantages for it over the above ground fire bunkers. There may be some requirements like drainage and waterproofing. The fire bunker must be able to withstand the weight of the soil particularly wet soil. Some of the advantages of these bunkers are,

• The fire bunker is insulated by the earth.
• There is cool air inside.
• The exposure to radiant heat is minimum.
• The fire bunker is not fully visible from outside.
• The flames can pass over the bunker.
• Side doors provide easy entry.

However these types of bunkers have their own drawbacks particularly after installation. These may be,

• The excavation and leveling the ground requires labor and money.
• Drainage problems need to be addressed.
• Installation requires some engineering and technical knowledge.

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