Risks of nuclear or radiological incidents are small because of the rigorous controls of the use and transportation of radioactive materials. All government levels along with nuclear facilities officials have emergency plans allowing to act on the spot.

Authorities can declare a nuclear emergency following an accidental or intentional release ( or threat) of potentially dangerous radioactive materials. In the two cases, exposition to radiations involve health risks.

Officials will quickly evaluate the exposition risks and will take appropriate radiation decreasing measures. Depending on the extent of the incident and health risks, it is possible that a member of emergency services come meet you to advise you on what measures to take.

In cases of chemical, biologic or nuclear emergencies, it is important to listen to authorities in order to obtain possible evacuation instruction.

If a nuclear incident has happened, you may be asked to limit the amount of outside air allowed in your household. If applicable, immediately close all doors and windows, turn off air exchangers and heat-recovery units. Take your emergency survival kit, turn off household appliances and stay outside until contrary notice.

If you were outside at the moment of the incident, remove the clothes you were wearing as soon as possible and put them in a firmly closed plastic bag. Take a shower (don’t forget to wash your head) and put on clean clothes taken from a closed drawer or closet.