New York issued instructions in case of a nuclear attack on the city

On Monday, July 11, New York issued a new public instruction (PSA) with a focus on preparing for a possible nuclear strike on the city, reports NBC New York.

While the likelihood of a nuclear weapons incident in or near New York City is very low, it is important that New Yorkers know how to stay as safe as possible. So they wrote in a press release from the New York Department of Emergency Management.

In a brief message from this department, three steps are highlighted that New Yorkers should take if the city is under a nuclear attack.

What are the recommendations

So, there was a nuclear attack. Don't ask how or why. Just know that a big blow has been dealt. So what are we to do?

In the event of a nuclear incident, the city recommends the following actions:

1. Go inside the room and move away from the windows.
2. Stay inside: close all doors and windows and go to the basement if you have one.
3. Follow the news in the media and for warnings from officials. It's not safe to go outside.

“If you were outside after the explosion, clean yourself and your clothes immediately. Remove and pack all outer clothing to keep radioactive dust or ash away from your body,” advises the PSA.

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New Yorkers are encouraged to subscribe to Notify nyc, the city's official emergency communications program. And get free emergency alerts by visiting NYC.gov/notifynyc or calling 311.

“It is important that New Yorkers know that we are preparing for any threat and providing them with the resources they need to stay safe and informed,” said Emergency Commissioner Zak Iscol.