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People tend to think that shelter-in-place means that they need to stay exactly where they are and not move. This could actually put you in danger, especially during natural disasters or an active shooter situation. When told to shelter-in-place, it means that you need to seek immediate shelter, somewhere out of harm’s way. This could mean in your home, at work, at school or even at the grocery store. Finding the most interior room with minimal windows is the most common way of sheltering in place.
You might be told to shelter-in-place for many different reasons. Natural disasters, an active shooter, the release of chemical, biological or radiological material, even excessive smoke can result in being told to remain indoors and shelter in place until further notice.
If local officials tell you to “stay put,” act quickly. Listen carefully to local radio or television stations for instructions, because the exact directions will depend on the emergency situation. In general you should:
- Get inside. Bring your loved ones, your emergency supplies, and when possible, your pets,
- Find a safe spot in this location. The exact spot will depend on the type of emergency,
- Stay put in this location until officials say that it is safe to leave.
Identify Safe Areas
Identify Safe Areas
Think about the safest areas in your home, at work, school, and other places you visit frequently. The safest places to take shelter will change depending on the type of emergency.
Find out even more by visiting the special topics page for families, individuals with disabilities and others with functional or access needs, and more!
Find out even more by visiting the special topics page for families, individuals with disabilities and others with functional or access needs, and more!
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