Shelter in place

 Some emergencies may require you to protect yourself either by evacuating the area or by immediately seeking shelter inside a building.  If one of these actions is required, you will receive instructions through radio and television broadcasts.

 What to do if sheltering-in-place is necessary

 q       Bring all family members and pets INSIDE the home.

 q       Close and lock all doors and windows.  Turn off all heating, cooling and ventilation systems including attic and window fans.  Close dampers in fire places.

 q       Everyone needs to go to a pre-designated shelter room.  Place a combination of plastic and duct tape around all doors, windows and electrical outlets in that room.

 q       Take your Emergency Preparedness Kit in the room with you.

 q       Listen to radio and television broadcasts for further instructions.

 q       Do not leave your shelter area until local officials give an "ALL CLEAR".

 q       After the "ALL CLEAR" is given, open doors and windows to ventilate.  

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