April 2009
7 posts
Emergency Preparedness: Shelter
“Shelter-in-place” means to take immediate shelter where you are—at home, work, school, or in between. It may also mean “seal the room;” in other words, take steps to prevent outside air from coming in. This is because local authorities may instruct you to “shelter-in-place” if chemical or radiological contaminants are released into the environment. It is...
Emergency Preparedness: Shelter in Place
From the CDC:
In an emergency, the appropriate steps depend on the situation. If you hear a warning signal, listen to local radio or television stations for further information. You will be told what to do, including where to find the nearest shelter if you are away from your “shelter-in-place” location.
If you are told to “shelter-in-place,” act quickly. Follow the...
WatchProtect your identity from Phishy Folks (identity thieves).
Internet Protection - Phishing
Phishing is a scam where Internet fraudsters send spam or pop-up messages to lure personal and financial information from unsuspecting victims. To avoid getting hooked:
-Don’t reply to email or pop-up messages that ask for personal or financial information, and don’t click on links in the message. Don’t cut and paste a link from the message into your Web browser — phishers can...
