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

Action to take:

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


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



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