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Israel Defense Forces IDF Homefront Command Instructions For Missile Attack
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Joel Leyden Tel Aviv, Israel ---- May 31, 2009 ...... As a public service, the Israel News Agency is providing instructions from the Israel Defense Forces Homefront Command as to how to respond during a missile attack. On the eve of the Iraq Gulf War, missiles and rockets became a real and present threat to Israel. Many countries had to cope with the fact that the war had moved from the front lines to the hinterland because of the launchings of long-range missiles. As a result, the Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command formulated in writing the sequence of actions for correct behavior during conventional missile fire. The directions for the population included in this part of the website do not apply to unconventional missiles. In the event of risk of unconventional missile fire, the Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command will publicize a refresher message regarding protective measures and early preparations (sealing room, receiving protection kits, etc.). A missile poses a threat to a person outside the secure space by a direct hit, by shock waves (from the explosives), or by shrapnel (that shatter on impact and become dangerous in and of themselves). Some missiles are dangerous also because of other material they carry. These are called unconventional missiles. Directions for correct behavior during missile fire, as well as directions for preparing for such an event, differ for the two types of missiles (conventional and unconventional). Should it become necessary, explicit directions for correct behavior during unconventional missile fire will be disseminated ahead of time.
It is important ahead of time to designate the space you will enter during missile fire. As a first option, choose the Residential Secure Space (MAMAD) or your private shelter (inside your home). In the event there is no MAMAD or private shelter, choose a protected room based on the directions of the Home Front Command. Make sure that all family members know the location of the secure space or room. It is important to designate such a room in every location you frequent with regularity. Make sure that you equip the secure space or room with your emergency bag and to undertake family preparations. One can identify
missile fire on hearing a siren or an explosion. The warning span
is at most one minute. In an open area carefully stop at the side of the road, exit the vehicle, lie down on the ground, and protect your head with your hands.
After 10 minutes, you may exit the secure space unless otherwise instructed.
It is important to stay far away from unidentified objects or a missile lying on the ground. In such an event, keep people away from the site, and call the police.
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