Contact: *
Tele. No. *Number
_________ (Time of release) April 16, 2020
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EVAC
JOINT INFORMATION CENTER
News Release No. *
At ____ today, an evacuation was recommended for all people living or working in zones ______________ of the McGuire Nuclear
Power Station's Emergency Planning Zone which are include parts of _____ counties. Parts of __________ county/counties are also being evacuated. The evacuation is in response to the situation at the McGuire facility located in northern Mecklenburg County.
Attached is a list of zone descriptions and evacuation routes.
The recommendation was made in concurrence with officials in
Cabarrus, Catawba, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg
Counties, parts of which comprise the plant's 10-mile Emergency
Planning Zone. A primary reason for the decision is the area's weather forecast which has called for a change in wind speed and direction later today. Another factor is the potential for worsening conditions inside the McGuire Plant.
Evacuees will be directed along evacuation routes, which are designated in the Emergency Planning Information Brochure and are indicated by road signs, to the appropriate reception center.
Before evacuating homes and businesses, individuals should:
1. Close all windows and doors.
2. Turn off fans, air conditioners and forced-air heaters.
3. Shelter, provide food & water for livestock & pets.
Bedding may not be supplied at reception centers; therefore, it is necessary to bring sleeping bags, cots or other bedding supplies. Evacuees should also bring necessary clothing, toilet articles and medicines. Food will be provided at the centers.
Evacuees may bring other items they may require, but should leave pets at home and plan to remain away for up to two weeks.

It is imperative that evacuees go to a designated reception center and register there, even if they plan to stay elsewhere.
Registration is necessary to ensure everyone is accounted for and so they can be contacted in the event of an emergency or when safe re-entry into the area is authorized. It is also important for these individuals to be monitored for radiation, which will take place at the reception center.
Property and belongings will be safeguarded by law enforcement officials who will allow no unauthorized persons into the evacuated area.
Radiation levels will be monitored continually by federal, state and local authorities and by Duke Power Company. Evacuees will be notified by the media or public officials when it is safe to return to their homes.
Citizens can call the Joint Information Center at (704)382-
4277 for more information.
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