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📢Emergency Action Plan
Civil Unrest
Civil disturbances are unpredictable and can escalate quickly. Stay informed, shelter in place, and avoid drawing attention. Do not engage.
Immediate Action Protocol
Execute these immediate safety steps in chronological sequence when this hazard threatens your area.
1
Stay informed via trusted local news and emergency alerts. Avoid rumor spread.
2
Shelter in place. Lock doors and windows. Avoid curiosity-driven travel.
3
Keep a low profile. Do not display valuables or political signage.
4
Maintain a go-bag in case conditions force evacuation.
5
Coordinate with neighbors and check on vulnerable household members.
Priority Gear for Civil Unrest
Battery radio
Door brace
Backup phone battery
Cash
First aid kit
Authoritative Reference Standards
Guidance for this protocol draws upon public safety documentation provided by:
- Ready.gov: Home Invasions
- DHS Ready: Civil Disturbance
- Local Emergency Management