If You Are Asked To Shelter-In-Place:

• Make sure you are in the area that is being asked to shelter-in-place.
• Stay inside until county officials tell you it is safe to go out, or until they ask you to evacuate.
• Close all windows, doors and vents, including dryer vents.
• Turn off all sources of outside air, including fireplace dampers and heating or cooling units.
• If you have these materials and supplies, collect them to help you shelter in place-scissors, tape, plastic sheeting, towels (to put under doors),  radio, flashlight, snack foods, and games and books.
• Seal electrical outlets with heavy tape, as well as other cracks and openings for utility lines, such as cable TV.
• Bring pets inside and keep them inside.
• Pick a "shelter room" to stay in. It should have no outside door and as few windows as possible.
• Seal the doors, windows, heating vents and any other openings in your shelter room with tape and plastic sheeting. Place a damp towel at the base of the door.