It is too dangerous to be out when a tornado warning has been issued, therefore attempting to go to a shelter could put the public in greater danger than staying where they are.  The safest thing to do during a tornado warning is to go to a center room on the lowest point of the structure away from windows and doors and shelter-in-place.

The nuclear plant does not have material that could “blow up”.  The process used is a reaction that gives off heat, which boils water turning it to steam. The steam turns a turbine producing electricity.  The radioactive material used in this process is then stored in a pool of water on site under heavy security.

Evacuation is required only in the most severe incidents.  There are many situations that could occur at the plant that do not put anyone in danger.  Should the public require any action, it would be broadcasted over local radio and television stations.  Please follow the instructions given, know the evacuation routes for your area and the location of shelters.

All schools have plans in place for protecting the students.  When there is no danger to the public offsite then no action is needed.  In a situation where it is determined that there is potential for the emergency to effect the public offsite, students could be moved to pre-designated pickup points for their school and eventually moved to shelters.

The local radio stations for York County are:

 

 

Currently, only County-owned pagers are supported by the paging system.