ATTACKS IN PUBLIC
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.
Staying alert and reporting suspicious activity is the best way to protect yourself, your family, and your community. If you see something, contact law enforcement immediately.
Before an Attack
Stay Alert
Stay aware of your surroundings and the people around you. Make mental notes of any potential dangers and watch for warning signs like increased anger.
Make a Plan
Make an exit plan for you and your family before or immediately after arriving in public places, including school, work, and public areas. Make mental notes of exits and places to hide.
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Learn basic first aid to assist any wounded before help arrives.
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DURING AN ATTACK
RUN AND HIDE. Get away from the attacker as soon as possible and seek shelter. Call 9-1-1 only when you are safe.
COVER AND HIDE. If you cannot safely run, find a place to hide immediately. Block doors and close window coverings. Stay quiet.
DEFEND, DISRUPT, FIGHT. Fight only as a last resort.
HELP OTHERS. Take care of yourself first, then help others move to safety or hide.
After an Attack
Listen to Authorities
Follow instructions from local officials and authorities. This will help ensure your safety until the threat is contained.
Remain Calm
Keep your hands visible and empty. Go immediately to designated safe areas to get help and provide information about the attack.
Inform Emergency Contacts
Let your emergency contacts know once you are safely evacuated. Consider texting and conserving battery power for emergency phone calls.