Shelter in Place

Yes it does.  In fact, during the 1992 Gulf War, Israeli citizens used Shelter in Place techniques to protect themselves against the threat of chemical weapons carried by Sadam Hussein’s SCUD missiles.

Shelter in Place techniques are also effective because they are easily and quickly accomplished.  In a matter of moments, you can be safe inside your pre-selected room should a chemical emergency occur in your area.

While it is only natural to want to get your child from school in the event of an emergency, attempting to do so during a chemical emergency could just make matters worse.  You and your child could experience exposure to a much greater chemical hazard while traveling to or from school.

Local schools are developing Shelter in Place procedures.  These are designed to ensure that your child would be safe at school during a chemical emergency.  As a parent you should talk with school officials and gain as much understanding of these Shelter in Place procedures as possible.

A 60 yard roll of duct tape for sealing the doors and windows of your pre-selected sheltering room.  Enough plastic sheeting to cover windows, vents and other miscellaneous openings to the outside.  As well as a towel for sealing the bottom of the door.  Make sure you have enough water for wetting down the towel.

A battery powered radio and flashlight with spare batteries for both.  A few gallons of fresh water and some non-perishable food items such as snack bars and candy.

A First Aid Kit, infant supplies and any prescription medicines that may be needed while Sheltering in Place.

Sheltering in Place will be easier for everyone with a diversion to help pass the time.  Some games or books will help to pass the time.