Tips for Sheltering in Place:
Sheltering in place is [hopefully] a short-term solution to address a biological, chemical, nuclear, radiological or civil unrest threat. The objective is to protect those of us inside, from the bad stuff outside. Pre-planning should stock the "shelter" with water, food and other supplies for, at least, 2-weeks without venturing outside. Additional tips, here, will help take the necessary actions to effectively shelter in place (Bugging In). Consider these:
Move to your shelter or interior room with few windows
Water
Food
Waste and Sanitation - Bury (away from water sources), don't burn, to avoid drawing attention. Recycle/Reuse when possible.
Power
Light and Heat
Communications to stay in touch
Security
Tools
Comfort foods and Entertainment help reduce stress
Bartering items to trade for what you need
Pets: Bring them inside if there is an outside environmental threat
Outside environmental threat: Close all vents and turn off HVAC systems that pull outside air inside
Tune in to local alerts for updates
Learn how to evaluate When Bugging Out Is not an Option. Stay where you are (Shelter In Place) at home, or at work, and be able to Survive Where You Are for a reasonable period of time without any outside assistance. An Emergency Kit will be just as important when Sheltering In Place as it would be if evacuating (bugging out). Fortifying your residence (or where you are) at the time of an emergency, my require blocking and covering windows and doors for protection against bad weather, environmental hazards or intruders. This should be considered and planned long before it is necessary. Related Resources: Bug-In Survival Guide [Link 2] Tips For Sheltering In Place Tips for Bugging in and Staying Safe at Home Additional Information to Consider During a Nuclear Event Dealing With the Unprepared Strangers Approaching Your home Knowing When to BugOut Ways to Disaster-Proof Your Home [Author's Reference Link]
[11-Cs Basic Emergency Kit] [14-Point Emergency Preps Checklist] [Immediate Steps to Take When Disaster Strikes] [Learn to be More Self-Sufficient] [The Ultimate Preparation] [P4T Main Index]
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