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Find out what the Department of Homeland Security is doing to keep America safe.
overview about being prepared for an attack Overview
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information on how to make a plan Make a Plan
how to get information Be Informed
information on how to plan for a biological attack Biological Threat
information on how to plan for a chemical attack Chemical Threat
information on how to prepare for an explosion Explosions
information on how to prepare for a nuclear blast Nuclear Blast
information on what to do about radiation Radiation Threat
information on what to do about a natural disaster Natural Disasters
Make a Plan

Creating a Family PlanDeciding to Stay or GoAt Work and School

In a Moving VehicleIn a High-Rise Building

IN A HIGH-RISE BUILDING
  • Note where the closest emergency exit is.
  • Be sure you know another way out in case your first choice is blocked.
  • Take cover against a desk or table if things are falling.
  • Move away from file cabinets, bookshelves or other things that might fall.
  • Face away from windows and glass.
  • Move away from exterior walls.
  • Determine if you should stay put, "shelter-in-place" or get away.
  • Listen for and follow instructions.
  • Take your emergency supply kit, unless there is reason to believe it has been contaminated.
  • Do not use elevators.
  • Stay to the right while going down stairwells to allow emergency workers to come up.

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