Superstorm Sandy and the Boston Marathon bombing are two recent examples of natural and man-made disasters where people found themselves trapped in a major city during a tragic event. Some wanted to do whatever they could to help. Others wanted to get far away as fast as possible. PDN offers tips for both courses of action. Factors discussed include how close you are to the immediate area, whether you and/or family members are injured, creating a medical support plan, how to exit the area safely, and where to go.
Tags: Escape Plan, First Aid, Immediate Aftermath, Medical Gear, Medical Support, Terrorist Attack, Treating Wounded Victims
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