Living in Miami, things like flash floods are practically everyday occurrences in the Summer. They oftentimes catch beach-goers off guard and as a result, they are at risk of lightning strikes, rip currents, and drowning. The idea behind my shelter is a temporary tent-like structure that pops up from a beach chair platform. This would shield people from rain and wind as it blows in from the ocean. Because these intense storms rarely last longer than a few hours, this pop-up shelter is intended to provide short-term relief from the elements.
