Planning Guidance for Response to Nuclear Detonation (3rd Edition)

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This is the third edition of the FEMA guide on planning for nuclear detonations. It covers the effects of nuclear blasts, fallout, sheltering, decontamination, medical care, and communication strategies. It emphasizes the importance of preparedness, response coordination, and public education in mitigating the impact of a nuclear attack.

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Focus Area: CBRNE

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Decontamination; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Nuclear Warfare; Public Health Administration; Radiation Injuries; Radiation Monitoring; Radioactive Fallout; Emergency Shelter

Institutions: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

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