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What to Do for Different Types of Radiation Emergencies
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You may need to take different actions to protect yourself in different emergencies. The best way to protect yourself is to get inside, stay inside, and stay tuned.
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Improvised nuclear device (IND)
The best way to protect yourself if an IND explodes is to get inside, stay inside, and stay tuned.
Dirty bomb or radiological dispersal device (RDD)
The best way to protect yourself if an RDD explodes is to get inside, stay inside, and stay tuned.
Radiological exposure device (RED)
Report a suspected RED to law enforcement officials immediately. Stay as far away from the suspected RED as possible.
If a RED is identified and you believe you have been exposed, listen for instructions from emergency officials and contact your doctor.
Nuclear power plant accident
In the event of a nuclear power plant accident, the best thing to do is to get inside, stay inside, and stay tuned for instructions from emergency officials.
You can get emergency information materials from the power company that operates your local nuclear power plant or your local emergency services office.
Transportation accidents
Report any transportation accidents involving radiation to emergency responders immediately. Stay as far away from the site of the accident as possible. Do not touch any cargo from the transport container.
Occupational accidents
If you work in an occupation that uses radiation sources, be familiar with safety precautions and procedures, and complete required radiation safety trainings.
Report any occupational accidents involving radiation to safety officials immediately. Stay as far away from the site of the accident as possible.
If you believe you have been exposed, listen for instructions from safety officials and contact your doctor.
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