During a Nuclear Power Plant Emergency

The following are guidelines for what you should do if a nuclear power plant emergency occurs. Keep a battery-powered radio with you at all times and listen to the radio for specific instructions. Close and lock doors and windows.

If you are told to evacuate:

• Keep car windows and vents closed; use re-circulating air.

If you are advised to remain indoors:

• Turn off the air conditioner, ventilation fans, furnace, and other air intakes.
• Go to a basement or other underground area, if possible.
• Do not use the telephone unless absolutely necessary.

If you expect you have been exposed to nuclear radiation:

• Change clothes and shoes.
• Put exposed clothing in a plastic bag.
• Seal the bag and place it out of the way.
• Take a thorough shower.

Keep food in covered containers or in the refrigerator. Food not previously covered should be washed before being put in to containers.