- Stay Informed: Monitor trusted news sources, government alerts, and emergency systems. It’s important to know if an attack is imminent and when and where to take shelter.
- Get Inside Immediately: If you’re outside during an alert, go inside immediately, preferably to the lowest level of a building (a basement or underground area). The goal is to get as much shielding from the blast and radiation as possible.
- Avoid Windows: Close all windows and doors to avoid flying debris and glass from the blast.
- Seal Gaps: Seal doors and windows with plastic sheeting, tape, or other available materials to reduce the infiltration of radioactive dust.
- Take Cover: Once indoors, take cover under heavy furniture or in an interior room (preferably with no windows) to protect yourself from the blast and flying debris.
- Duck and Cover: If you’re outdoors and an attack happens, drop to the ground, cover your head, and seek shelter as quickly as possible.
2. Immediate Actions: Protecting Yourself from Blast and Fallout
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