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In the event of an emergency, you may be instructed to Shelter-In-Place. This is a protective action order that may be issued in order to keep you safe from a potentially hazardous environment outdoors. If you are told to Shelter-In-Place, follow the instructions below and listen to a local radio or television station for additional information.

If You Are At Home

  • DO NOT GO OUTDOORS.
  • Close and lock all windows and exterior doors.
  • If there is a danger of explosion, close the window shades, blinds or curtains.
  • Turn off all heating and air conditioning systems.
  • Close the fireplace damper.
  • Use duct tape and plastic sheeting to seal:
    1. Cracks around the doors
    2. Vents into the room
    3. Windows
  • Get your Disaster Supply Kit
  • Be sure you have a battery-operated radio and extra batteries
  • Be sure you have plenty of food and water
  • Take your pets with you with plenty of food and water for them.
  • Go to an interior room, above the ground floor, with the fewest windows or vents.
  • Call an emergency contact to inform them of the situation and give them your location.

If You Are In Your Vehicle

  • If you are close to home, continue on and immediately go inside. Follow the instructions above.
  • If you must stay in your vehicle, DO NOT GET OUT OF YOUR VEHICLE.
  • Close windows and vents.
  • Turn off heat or air conditioning.
  • If possible, seal vents with duct tape.
  • Listen to your radio for additional instructions.
  • Call an emergency contact to inform them of the situation and give them your location.

If You Are At Work

  • Stay there. DO NOT GO OUTDOORS.
  • Close and lock all windows and exterior doors.
  • If there is a danger of explosion, close the window shades, blinds or curtains.
  • Turn off all heating and air conditioning systems.
  • Use duct tape and plastic sheeting to seal:
    1. Cracks around the doors
    2. Vents into the room
    3. Windows
  • Gather essential supplies:
    1. Food and Water
    2. Batter powered radio and extra batteries
    3. Flashlights and extra batteries
  • Select an interior room, above the ground floor, with the fewest windows or vents. Do not select a room with mechanical equipment.
  • Listen to your radio for additional instructions.
  • Call an emergency contact to inform them of the situation and give them your location.

If You Are At School

  • Stay there. DO NOT GO OUTDOORS.
  • Close and lock all windows and exterior doors.
  • If there is a danger of explosion, close the window shades, blinds or curtains.
  • Turn off all heating and air conditioning systems.
  • Use duct tape and plastic sheeting to seal:
    1. Cracks around the doors
    2. Vents into the room
    3. Windows
  • Gather essential supplies:
    1. Food and Water
    2. Batter powered radio and extra batteries
    3. Flashlights and extra batteries
  • Select an interior room, above the ground floor, with the fewest windows or vents. Do not select a room with mechanical equipment.
  • Listen to your radio for additional instructions.
  • Call an emergency contact to inform them of the situation and give them your location.

For SHELTER-IN-PLACE information for a Browns Ferry event, visit Shelter-In-Place

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