Shelter In Place

Sheltering In Place (SIPping)
If you need to shelter in place (SIP), act swift. The longer you take to act, the more danger you could be in. Reasons to shelter in place may include: Whatever the reason, there are a few things you should be aware of if you need to shelter in place. Below is a list of things to consider when SHTF and it's time to hunker down.
 * Tornados or Hurricanes
 * Pandemics
 * Outside Attack

Getting Indoors
If you need to SIP, the first thing you should do is get yourself and your loved ones and pets indoors. Take a headcount, and ensure everyone is accounted for. Then, your next stop should be your bunker, if you have one, or another location within your home that is away from windows and sealable if necessary. Then, take stock of what you have on hand in your immediate location, so that you know what your resources are.

Get in Touch
Call your loved ones if you can. Let them know where you are and that you are okay. Tune into emergency radio stations and listen in.

Sheltering with Pets
Ensure your pet has an area to use the restroom, has its food, water access, and your comfort. This will likely be a scary event for your pet, and they will look to you for guidance. You must act strong, with confidence.

Sealing a Room
If you need to seal a room, turn off all A/C's, fans, close all windows, and ensure that airflow throughout the house ceases. Block air from entering the room you are sheltered in (with your gear, do not for get it) by stuffing towels or clothing under the threshold of doors and windows.

Good things to Have
Some good things to have in a SIP scenario are:
 * Portable, solar charged radio
 * Handheld ham radio
 * Tarp
 * Propane tanks and propane stove
 * Emergency rations
 * Water stockpile
 * Toilet paper/rag stockpile
 * Defense tools
 * Sleeping bags
 * Tea candles
 * Fire source (think: lighters, ferro rods)
 * Flashlights
 * Extra batteries
 * Solar panels + generator

What to do if SIPping Fails
Don't panic! Always be focused on your next step. Should your SIP plan fail and you must evacuate, focus completely on your next step and the step after. Do not panic! The moment you panic, your survival odds decrease drastically.

Find a quiet way out of your SIP location. Leave at night if possible. Make sure you grab your bugout bag, med pack, and tarp. Try and get to some high, defensible ground and establish a [|shelter]. Then, remember the Rule of Threes.