The United States Government, on its official website ready.govhas published a guide in which he informs the population of What to do before, during and after a .
“Nuclear explosions can cause significant damage and casualties due to the explosion, heat and radiationbut you can keep your family safe by knowing what to do and being prepared if it happens,” it is emphasized at the beginning of the .
The guide also explains that “A nuclear explosion can occur with a few minutes’ notice or without prior warning.”so it is necessary to keep in mind what the main risks associated with an attack of these characteristics are.
In this sense, the US Executive points out that “radioactive fallout is most dangerous in the first hours after detonation, when it emits the highest levels of radiation. Radioactive fallout takes more than 15 minutes in areas outside the immediate damage of the explosion.”
This is the procedure to follow in the event of a nuclear attack, according to this guide:
- Get into the nearest building to avoid radiation. Brick or concrete ones are the best. You will have 10 minutes to find a suitable shelter.
- Remove contaminated clothing and clean or wash unprotected skin if you were outside after the radioactive fallout.
- Go to the basement or the center of the building. Stay away from exterior walls and roof.
- Stay inside the building for 24 hours unless otherwise instructed by local authorities.
- Family members must remain in the building in which each one is. Meet later to avoid exposure to dangerous radiation. Keep your pets inside the building.
- Tune into any available media outlet for official information such as when it is safe to go out and where you should go (Battery-powered radios work after a nuclear detonation; cell phone, text messaging, television, and internet may be unavailable.)
