Preparedness month... day 29!

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Preparedness Tip #29
If there is an explosion:

--Take shelter against your desk or a sturdy table.

--Exit the building immediately.

-- Do not use elevators.

--Check for fire and other hazards.

--Take your emergency supply kit if time allows.

If there is a fire:

--Exit the building immediately.

-- If there is smoke, crawl under the smoke to the nearest exit and use a cloth, if possible, to cover your nose and mouth.

--Use the back of your hand to feel the upper, lower, and middle parts of closed doors.

-- If the door is not hot, brace yourself against it and open slowly.

-- If the door is hot, do not open it. Look for another way out.

-- Do not use elevators.

-- If your clothes catch on fire, stop-drop-and-roll to put out the fire. Do not run.

--If you are at home, go to your previously designated outside meeting place.

--Account for your family members and carefully supervise small children.

-- GET OUT and STAY OUT. Never go back into a burning building.

-- Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number.