| During an Emergency - Staying Put / Evacuation |
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 Staying Put / Shelter-in-Place
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| During some disasters, evacuating your home or business can put you at greater risk than staying put. In these situations, you should Shelter-In-Place. |
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| What is Shelter-in-Place? |
- Shelter-In-Place means to take immediate shelter indoors, whether in your home, school, business, or public building.
- It also may include additional precautions, such as turning off fans, air conditioning, and forced air heating systems during a contamination emergency. This action could significantly reduce the possibility of inside air contamination.
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| When Should I Shelter-In-Place? |
- Shelter-In-Place may be recommended when there is little time to react to an incident and it would be more dangerous to be outside.
- If you are told to Shelter-In-Place by government officials, do so immediately. Make sure your family and pets are indoors.
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| Stay calm and immediately follow the protective measures recommended by your local governmental officials and emergency managers. You will be told when it is safe to resume normal activities. |
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Evacuation
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| Evacuation occurs only when a serious threat to public safety exists. If you are told to evacuate by government officials, do so immediately. |
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| When Should I Shelter-In-Place? |
- Plan several different locations where you could stay during an evacuation, such as the home of family or friends.
- Know the evacuation plans for important locations (such as work or school).
- Hotels fill up quickly during evacuations. Call ahead and make a reservation before you leave.
- Keep phone numbers and maps for potential evacuation locations.
- Wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing.
- Take your Emergency Supply kit.
- Lock your house.
- Leave a note inside your house stating when you left and where you are going. This will provide needed information to law enforcement if they enter your home.
- Use authorized routes.
- When you are safe, call your out-of-area contact and let him or her know where you are.
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