Shelter-in-Place

During a major emergency or disaster involving the release of chemicals, biological agents or radioactive materials you may be directed to "shelter-in place" by public safety officials, instead of evacuating. You might be required to shelter in your home, school, business, or public building and you should know some basic precautions to take. Sheltering-in-place offers you and your family a quick means of protection against the hazard outside your home.

If you are directed to shelter-in-place bring your family and pets indoors immediately; close all doors and windows; turn off heating and cooling systems and fans that may bring deadly air into your home; and follow the publication and links below to learn more about sheltering-in-place and the things you can do now to be prepared.