The U.S. government continued its winning streak of giving Americans head-scratching advice as the Federal Emergency Management Agency gave updated guidance on COVID protections.
But FEMA’s tips to avoid the virus were listed in the latest advice on what to do in a nuclear explosion, advising that one should “maintain a distance of at least six feet” and, of course, wear a mask.
In case of a nuclear explosion, FEMA warns to try to keep 6 ft social distance and wear a mask for covid. You can’t make this up pic.twitter.com/LfxFX1dZoS
— Libs of Tik Tok (@libsoftiktok) February 27, 2022
“Nuclear explosions can cause significant damage and casualties from blast, heat, and radiation but you can keep your family safe by knowing what to do and being prepared if it occurs,” the federal agency noted on its “Nuclear Explosion” public awareness website which was updated last week.
Looks like this page was just updated 2 days ago… pic.twitter.com/ovXy7t8fMz
— Libs of Tik Tok (@libsoftiktok) February 28, 2022
“A nuclear explosion may occur with or without a few minutes warning,” the guidance continued. “Fallout is most dangerous in the first few hours after the detonation when it is giving off the highest levels of radiation. It takes time for fallout to arrive back to ground level, often more than 15 minutes for areas outside of the immediate blast damage zones.”
Among the recommended steps to take immediately in the face of such a dire situation, FEMA suggests getting inside of a building, preferably brick or concrete.
“Go to the basement or middle of the building. Stay away from the outer walls and roof. Try to maintain a distance of at least six feet between yourself and people who are not part of your household. If possible, wear a mask if you’re sheltering with people who are not a part of your household,” FEMA continued.
“Continue to practice social distancing by wearing a mask and by keeping a distance of at least six feet between yourself and people who not (sic) part of your household,” the instructions noted.
There were other references to COVID-19 as well as if that would be at the forefront of anyone’s mind in the middle of a nuclear attack.
There’s more pic.twitter.com/V6opwX07g0
— Libs of Tik Tok (@libsoftiktok) February 28, 2022
It’s terribly sad to see such unserious people in positions of great responsibility.
I hope this administration can familiarise itself with the needs of everyday people during its final few years, but we’re not off to a promising start.
— Elliot Dordick (@elliotdordick) February 27, 2022
In case of a nuclear explosion… have a case of that contraband vodka handy, drink lots of it, and hope for the best. https://t.co/O6aXPNQtlx
— VANESSA (@TheVFCastro) February 27, 2022
Somebody got paid six figures of tax payer money to make these edits https://t.co/4b2DfBaKtb
— Oilfield Rando (@Oilfield_Rando) February 27, 2022
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Originally from New York, Powers graduated from New York University and eventually made her way to sunny South Florida. Powers also contributes to BizPac Review.
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