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Attack in a public place

If anyone is in danger, call your local emergency number first. In the UAE:

Not in the UAE? Call your local emergency number. All UAE numbers by emirate

What to do now

  • If there is a safe way out, run. Getting away is the best option.Counter Terrorism Poli
  • Leave your belongings, do not stop to film, and urge others to come without waiting for anyone who hesitates.ProtectUK
  • If you cannot get away, hide. Bullets can go through glass, brick, wood and metal, so find cover behind solid or heavy reinforced walls.ProtectUK
  • Lock or block the door, move away from it, turn off lights and silence your phone, including vibrate.FEMA
  • Spread out rather than group together, and stay hidden until police tell you it is safe.FEMA
  • UK advice: when safe, call 999 and say where the attackers are, which way they went and what they look like.ProtectUK
  • US advice: call or text 911 if you can.CISA
  • US advice only (Ready.gov) adds Fight: a last resort when your life is in immediate danger. UK advice does not include it.FEMA

Full guide and sources

UAE numbers source: u.ae. Steps summarised from official sources listed on the full guide.

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