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Title: Nuclear Blast


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Nuclear Blast
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Facts About a Nuclear Blast
  • The effect of the hazard will be defined by
  • Size of the device
  • Height above ground the device was detonated
  • Nature of the surface beneath the explosion
  • Existing meteorological conditions

3
Facts About a Nuclear Blast
  • Individuals may be affected by radioactive
    fallout
  • A nuclear weapon can create an electromagnetic
    pulse
  • Protection from fallout requires sheltering

4
Nuclear Blast
  • Factors for protecting oneself
  • Distance
  • Shielding
  • Time

5
Before a Nuclear Blast
  • Locate designated fallout shelters
  • Identify safe places to shelter
  • Increase your disaster supplies to be adequate
    for up to two weeks

6
Blast Shelters
  • Constructed to offer protection against blast
    pressure
  • Cannot withstand a nuclear explosion

7
Fallout Shelters
  • Not specifically constructed for fallout
  • Protected space thick and dense enough to absorb
    radiation

8
During a Nuclear Blast
  • If an attack warning is issued
  • Take cover below ground if possible
  • Listen for official information and instructions

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During a Nuclear Blast
  • If you are outside
  • Do not look at the flash or fireball
  • Take cover behind anything that might offer
    protection
  • Lie flat on the ground and cover your head
  • Take shelter as soon as you can

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After a Nuclear Blast
  • Listen to the radio to determine when it is safe
    to leave your shelter
  • Stay away from damaged areas
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