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Violent Incident

  • Immediately seek protection/shelter in place.
  • Secure area by locking or barricading door using whatever means available.
  • Stay behind solid objects away from door.
  • Call 9-1-1.
  • Minimize noise that may draw attention to your location: turn off lights, computers, and radios and put cell phones on vibrate.
  • Follow all directions of authorities; do not challenge law enforcement.
  • When reporting an incident, indicate your location.

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