Radiological Events
📺 Sheltering in a Radiation Emergency
This brief animated video describes visually what is meant when officials tell people to "shelter in place" in a radiation emergency. In a large-scale radiation emergency, the immediate and key protective action is to "Get Inside, Stay Inside, and Stay Tuned for Information" and the video describes what is a safe shelter. The video also explains how this may be different from "stay at home" guidance for other emergencies.
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Added: 05.20.24
📺 Where to Go in a Radiation Emergency
To protect yourself in a radiation emergency, you should Go Inside, Stay Inside, and Stay Tuned. This animated infographic shows you where to shelter in a radiation emergency, and how to take these important protective steps.
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Added: 05.20.24
📺 Potassium Iodide (KI) and Radiation Emergencies
This animation shows how potassium iodide (KI) can protect the thyroid from radioactive iodine (I-131) when used as directed in some radiation emergencies. It also describes the limitations of KI and its possible side effects. Do not take KI unless directed by a healthcare provider, or public health or emergency response official.
🎙️ Available in English
📌 This can be found in Radiological Events
💡 Share in the event of an emergency or as preparation when there is a radiological threat.
Added: 05.20.24