Terrorism Preparedness > During an Attack

• If there’s an explosion:

• Remain calm. Take cover under a desk or sturdy table if ceiling tiles, bookshelves, their contents, etc., begin to fall.

• Exit the building as quickly as possible.

• If there’s a fire:

• Crawl low in smoke and exit the building as quickly as possible.

• Use a wet cloth to cover your nose and mouth.

• Use the back of your hand to feel the lower, middle and upper parts of closed doors. If the door is not hot, brace yourself against the door and open it slowly. Do not open the door if it is hot. Seek another escape route.

• Use appropriate fire exits, not elevators.

• If there’s a biological or chemical attack:

• Remain calm.

• Follow the advice of local emergency officials.

• Listen to the news media for instructions.

This information is produced as part of the Emergency Survival Program (ESP). ESP is an awareness campaign designed to increase individual and home emergency preparedness. ESP was developed by the County of Los Angeles. The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (OES), Southern California Edison, and representatives from Imperial, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Mono, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura and Yuma counties assist in the development of campaign materials and in coordination of the campaign.

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