You May Hear A Series Of Three Minute Siren Soundings

Areas around the Perry Nuclear Power Plant have emergency sirens.  The sirens will sound if there is a recommendation for the public to take a protective action such as shelter or evacuation. For an emergency at the Perry Nuclear Power Plant, you may hear a series of siren soundings.  The sound will be a steady tone and last for approximately three minutes. You also may be warned by loudspeakers used by fire and police departments.  The sirens may also sound for other emergencies.

How Will I Know What To Do?

Siren Tests

The sirens are tested periodically to make sure they are in good working order if needed in an emergency.

 You need not respond to the test.

 Local advertising and newspaper articles will advise you of tests in advance.  If you hear an emergency siren and

• you have not been told of a test
• it sounds for more than five minutes
• it goes on and off several times 

Call one of the following numbers and report it:  

What Should I Do If I'm Told To Take Shelter?

• Go indoors and stay there. Shelter pets.
   
• Listen to your local Emergency Alert System radio or television station for emergency information.
  
   
• Close all doors, windows, and vents. Turn off all fans, air conditioners, and any other source of outside air.
   
• You might need to warn a friend or family member. If so, limit time spent outdoors.  While outdoors,  cover your mouth and nose with a damp cloth or towel.  When returning indoors, leave outer clothing outside.  Wash your face and hands with mild soap and lukewarm water. 

• Children in affected schools will be sheltered there, if necessary.  Parents should not try to pick-up school children unless advised to do so.
   
• Use the telephone only if necessary.
   
• Do not pick produce or fruit.  Food, produce, and packaged food already in your home are safe to eat.
   
• Tie a towel to your door, mailbox, or other object visible from the road.  This tells emergency workers going door-to-door that you know about the emergency. If you DO need assistance, DON'T use the towel.
   
• If your assistance needs change after you have displayed the towel, remove it from view.  Then notify your county emergency management agency or department of emergency services.  To see phone numbers, click on this link.

What Should I do If I'm Told To Evacuate The Area?

• Listen for instructions on a local Emergency Alert System (EAS) Station .
   
• Prepare your home for a three-day absence; turn off small appliances, faucets, and lights.  Turn down the furnace, if it is on.  Be sure all air conditioners and fans are off.  Lock windows and doors.
   
• Gather the people in your home.  Do not try to pick up children or relatives in schools, hospitals or nursing homes.  These facilities have their own emergency procedures.
   
• Pack necessities.  To view a list, click on this link
   
• Tie a towel to your door, mailbox, or other object visible from the road.  This tells emergency workers going door-to-door that you know about the emergency.  If you DO need assistance, DON'T use the towel.

• If you have special needs and have already informed officials, special services will be provided.  If you have not informed officials, do not tie a towel to your door, mailbox, or other object visible from the road.
   
• If your assistance needs change after you have displayed the towel, remove it from view.  Then notify your county emergency management agency or department of emergency services.  To see phone numbers, click on this link.
   
• If you have pets or livestock, click on this link .
   
• Leave if evacuation is advised for your area.  Use one car per family. Close all car windows and vents.  Listen to Emergency Alert System stations for information and proceed to a place more than 10 miles away from the Perry Power Plant. You may want to stay at a care center.  Use this map.
   
• Law enforcement officials will control traffic and maintain security in evacuated areas.
   
• If you do not drive, get a ride from a friend or neighbor.  Or go to a pick-up point, and a ride will be provided for you.