Seabrook, NH – Residents living in the vicinity of the Seabrook Station Nuclear Power Plant are being encouraged to review immediate safety protocols as global tensions continue to sharpen the focus on domestic readiness and public safety.
A New Hampshire household located within the 10-mile Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ) could be required to take rapid protective action Wednesday if an emergency is declared.
According to the New Hampshire Department of Safety’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) and NextEra Energy, specialized warning systems—including physical sirens and the CodeRED alert system—are maintained to notify the public within minutes of a critical event. Officials say that in the event of an alleged incident at the Seabrook facility, sirens would sound for three to five minutes with a steady tone, instructing residents to tune into local Emergency Alert System (EAS) stations, such as WOKQ (97.5 FM), for specific instructions.
Guidance provided by state safety officials indicates that the most vital step during an alleged nuclear incident is to “Get Inside, Stay Inside, and Stay Tuned.” Authorities advise going into the nearest sturdy building, moving to an interior room away from windows, and shutting all doors, windows, and ventilation systems. According to safety experts, staying indoors can significantly reduce radiation exposure by using the building as a protective shield against allegedly contaminated air.
If you are caught outdoors during an alleged release, officials recommend entering a building as quickly as possible and removing your outer layer of clothing. Authorities repeatedly stress that showering with soap and water is a primary method for removing radioactive material from the skin and hair.
Residents in affected Rockingham County towns—including Hampton, Portsmouth, Exeter, and Rye—are further advised this week to audit their emergency supply kits. These should include a three-day supply of water, nonperishable food, and essential medications. Because power grids and communications may be impacted during a conflict, authorities repeatedly suggest maintaining a battery-powered radio to receive official instructions and ensuring they have requested their state-provided potassium iodide (KI) tablets.
Emergency plans should also include pre-identified evacuation routes to designated reception centers, such as those located in Manchester, Rochester, and Dover. Officials noted that following formal directives—rather than acting independently—is the safest course of action for all New Hampshire residents.
