How to Shelter-in-Place

Before I spoke of sheltering in place in the event of a larges storm. Here are some guidelines from the Red Cross. Pleas pass this information along. Given the circumstances sheltering in place at home is probably the best option we have right now.
How to Shelter-in-Place
At Home:

• Close and lock all windows and exterior doors.


• If you are told there is danger of explosion, close the window shades, blinds, or curtains.


• Turn off all fans, heating and air conditioning systems.


• Close the fireplace damper.


• Get your family disaster supplies kit and make sure the radio is working.


• Go to an interior room without windows that's above ground level.


• Bring your pets with you, and be sure to bring additional food and water supplies for them.


• It is ideal to have a hard-wired telephone in the room you select. Call your emergency contact and have the phone available if you need to report a life-threatening condition. Cellular telephone equipment may be overwhelmed or damaged during an emergency.


• Keep listening to your radio or television until you are told all is safe or you are told to evacuate. Local officials may call for evacuation in specific areas at greatest risk in your community.

http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/beprepared/shelterinplace.html
 Martin A. Pessink
Chief of Police
Pittsburg Police Department