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.

All information above is from the FEMA website.