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  1. Office of Preparedness and Response
  2. EMERGENCY GUIDELINES
  3. Shelter-in-Place

Shelter-in-Place

Remember, always use good judgment. There are exceptions to all guidance and prescribed directions.

Shelter-in-place is an action taken to seek immediate shelter indoors when emergency conditions DO NOT warrant or allow evacuation. These situations may include a security threat, extreme weather or dangerous air quality due to the accidental or intentional release of hazardous materials.

Shelter-in-Place

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