Don't panic! Follow the guidance below to keep safe

• Go indoors and stay there
• Tune in to your local radio or television station for further information
• Follow official instructions
• Close all doors and windows
• Shut down all ventilation and air conditioning systems and block obvious drafts (remember to unblock these vents before switching everything back on)
• Extinguish all flames, for example pilot lights
• Cover or put all foods in a closed, sealed cupboard or container
• Wash and/or peel all home grown fruit and vegetables before eating
• Do NOT try to collect your children from school unless told to do so, they will be looked after properly by the school
• Do NOT go outside until you are told it is safe to do so - with some chemicals everything may appear quite normal and you won't be able to see or smell them
• Do NOT use rainwater - any rainwater stored, for example in garden butts, should be discarded
• Ensure family pets that have been outside are washed thoroughly
• Listen for public announcements - they will inform you when you can go outside, and of other actions you can take