Heard a Siren While on the Road? Here’s How to Protect Yourself

During these times of heightened security tensions, it is important to know how to react when a siren sounds while you're on the move. Whether you're in a private car, on a bus, light rail, or Israel Railways, here are important guidelines that can save lives.

Photo: IDF Spokesperson Unit

Private Car
If you’re in a private vehicle and hear a siren, you should carefully pull over to the side of the road. Then, exit the vehicle and move away from it. The next step is to lie flat on the ground and protect your head with your hands. Stay in this position for about ten minutes.

Bus
For passengers on a bus, the instructions differ slightly. The bus driver should carefully stop the vehicle. Passengers are advised to remain seated until the driver safely stops. If there is a nearby shelter, you should enter it. If no shelter is available, passengers should crouch below window level and protect their heads with their hands for about ten minutes.

Light Rail
The driver should stop the light rail train and open the doors. Passengers should crouch below window level inside the carriages and protect their heads with their hands for about ten minutes.

Israel Railways
For Israel Railways, the driver must slow the train to 30 kilometers per hour for ten minutes. During this time, passengers should crouch below window level inside the carriages and protect their heads with their hands.

In all situations, it is critical to remain calm and follow instructions. These actions can save lives during an emergency. Make sure to act according to the guidelines and protect yourself and those around you.

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