Nuclear Explosion Safety Guidelines

If the U.S. struck Kuh-e Kolang near the Natanz facility with a nuclear bomb,

the danger could reach nearby areas too.

Because in such an explosion, it isn't just the initial blast and heat that

harm people. Contaminated dust is also produced, which

the wind can carry to more distant places.

Of course, we're talking about a hypothetical scenario.

In a nuclear explosion, some soil and debris become

radioactively contaminated, rise into the air, and then settle on the ground, buildings

and even people's clothes. This is called nuclear fallout.

Where this contamination reaches and how dangerous it is

depends on the blast's power, its location, and the weather.

Now, if something like this happened and we were in the area, what should

we do? If you see the intense flash of the explosion, don't

look at it. If you're outside and can't get inside a building right away,

take cover behind a barrier.

Lie flat on the ground and

Cover your head. After the blast wave passes, quickly enter

the nearest sturdy, undamaged building.

Don’t stay outside to watch or film, and don’t take shelter inside a car

either. A car doesn’t provide enough protection.

Go inside the building and shelter in the basement or central area, away from

windows and exterior walls. Close doors and windows, and

turn off air conditioners or ventilation systems that draw air in from outside.

If you were outside and contamination is possible, remove your outer

clothing without shaking it, put it in a bag, and seal it

shut. Keep the bag away from others, and don’t leave the building

to take it outside.

Then wash yourself with lukewarm water and soap. For your hair, use regular shampoo

without conditioner.

If you can’t shower, clean your hands, face,

and exposed skin with water or a damp cloth.

Use bottled water and sealed food, and

Be prepared to stay in a shelter for at least twenty-four hours.

This does not mean the area will automatically be safe after twenty-four hours.

Follow official and emergency service announcements for the time and route to leave

The best advice at this time is to stay inside your home,

to stay inside a building. If you're outside, go inside a building.

If the building is on fire or at risk of collapse, you should go to a

safer shelter. So the most important thing people can

do is take shelter quickly and follow

emergency instructions. Review these recommendations with your families

so you know what to do in an emergency and

so that you and your families suffer the least harm.