"In Time of Emergency" by the United States Office of Civil Defense is a guide created to help people deal with crises. It tells you how to get ready for and act during dangerous times like nuclear attacks and natural disasters. The opening shares which emergencies folks might face, such as floods, hurricanes and nuclear war. It says that civil defense systems are very important since they are designed to protect citizens during emergencies. The handbook stresses that everyone should learn about these dangers in advance, providing lists of emergency actions, courses for survival, and advice for putting together supplies.
In Time of Emergency A Citizen's Handbook on Nuclear Attack, Natural Disasters (1968)
By United States. Office of Civil Defense
Equip yourself with the knowledge to survive the unthinkable, from nuclear conflict to devastating natural disasters, by learning the crucial steps to protect yourself that could mean the difference between life and death.
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About the AuthorThe Office of Civil Defense (OCD) was an agency of the United States Department of Defense from 1961–64. It replaced the Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization. The organization was renamed the Defense Civil Preparedness Agency on May 5, 1972, and was abolished on July 20, 1979, pursuant to Executive Order 12148. Its duties were given to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) was an agency of the United States Department of Defense from 1961–64. It replaced the Office of Civil and Defense Mobilization. The organization was renamed the Defense Civil Preparedness Agency on May 5, 1972, and was abolished on July 20, 1979, pursuant to Executive Order 12148. Its duties were given to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
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