Communications

In the event of an air or high-altitude burst it is likely that the resulting electromagnetic pulse (EMP) will disable telecommunications and other electronic equipment (e.g. computers, television sets, power lines, vehicle electrical systems).

You may be without power and your communications equipment may not work, depending on the altitude and strength of the blast. Keep this in mind as you review the following instructions.

A Radio is Essential

When the Attack Warning sounds, you must take protective action. Take a battery-powered radio and extra batteries with you. Broadcast advice and instruction may help to save your life. Authorities will tell you when and how to take emergency protective action against possible attack and shelter against fallout if an attack occurs.

Before Attack

If warning systems signal impending attack, regardless of where you are or what you are doing, you must take the best available cover against the blast, heat and light effects of nuclear explosions.

Emergency broadcast instructions will include the following advice:

If you are at home go to the basement or strongest part of your house or building which offers the best protection. If material is handy, improvise blast protection.

• Take your battery radio with you.
• Stay away from windows.
• Lie down and protect yourself from flying glass and falling debris.
• Shield your eyes from the flash of an explosion.
• If you are away from home take protective cover immediately.
• If you are traveling, stop and take protective cover immediately, or if you are only a few minutes from a safe destination, proceed and take protective cover immediately.
• Stay tuned to your radio or television station for further instructions.