Museum Handbook: Primer on Disaster Preparedness
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Should an act of terrorism occur within the surrounding area:

1.   Fellow the instruction of the Security and emergency
     preparedness personnel.

2.   If an explosion occurs, take cover immediately and
     anticipate there may be other explosions.

3.   Notify Authorities of any known hazards (e.g., fire, bomb

4.   Stay indoors and away from windows unless directed to

5.   Evacuate when directed and follow procedures included at the
     beginning of this booklet and any instructions of the
     Evacuation Coordinators.

6.   If released from work early, follow the instructions of the
     emergency preparedness personnel.  Do not remain in the
     vicinity to sightsee.

7.   Do not spread rumors.