Where To Go In a Radiation Emergency

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Where To Go In a Radiation Emergency

If a radiation emergency happens in your area, you should get inside immediately.

No matter where you are, the safest action to take is to: Get inside. Stay inside. Stay tuned.

• Close and lock all windows and doors.
• Go to the basement or the middle of the building. Radioactive material settles on the outside of buildings; so the best thing to do is stay as far away from the walls and roof of the building as you can.
• If possible, turn off fans, air conditioners, and forced-air heating units that bring air in from the outside. Close fireplace dampers.
• Bring pets inside.
• Stay tuned for updated instructions from emergency response officials.

Learn more. Visit Radiation Emergencies.