| Office of Health Preparedness
A public health emergency is any event or situation demanding immediate action on the part of the public health system in order to prevent disease and injury or maintain public health within the community of service. Emergencies can be natural or man-made.
Stay informed by following the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) online:
Japan Radiation Emergency ODH continues to monitor the current
nuclear power plant emergencies in Japan. Ohio has a plan for response to
radiological emergencies if one were to arise. According to the Nuclear
Regulatory Commission (NRC), Japan’s nuclear emergency presents no danger to Ohio.
ODH does not expect any health risk following the
nuclear reactor releases in Japan, nor is the consumption of potassium iodide
tablets a necessary precaution.
Help Yourself and Your Family All of us face the possibility of natural disasters, accidents, power outages or intentional acts to disrupt our daily lives. We cannot control the weather or prevent disasters from happening, but there are steps you can take to minimize risks from known hazards. Planning now can help save lives later.
Help Others Once you are prepared for an emergency, you can offer to assist others. You may be able to help by donating items or money to a local charity or food bank. Another way to help is to volunteer your time:
Severe Weather Weather in Ohio can be unpredictable and sometimes even dangerous and costly. Keeping you and those close to you safe during severe weather requires education and preparation. ODH offers these safety tips to help keep you and your family safe throughout the year.
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