Notification of Unusual Event is the lowest level of emergency. A minor problem has occurred at the plant. NPPD will notify Federal, state, and county officials. No release of radioactive material or radiation above licensing standards is expected. You won’t have to do anything.

Alert is a minor problem at the plant that will not affect you but may result in a lowering of the level of safety at the plant. NPPD will notify Federal, state and county officials and they will stand by, ready to take safety precautions if necessary. No release of radioactive material or radiation above licensing standards is expected. You should not have to do anything.

Site Area Emergency is an indication of a more serious problem at the plant. There is potential for small amounts of radiation to be released into the area around the plant. If deemed necessary, state and county officials will take actions to ensure public safety. Sirens will sound and your EAS tone-activated radio will turn on. Listen to your local radio and television stations for information and be prepared to follow any instructions provided.

General Emergency is the most serious level of emergency. An incident has occurred which could result in the release of radiation outside of the plant area. There is a potential for public health risks and you may have to take steps to protect yourself. Sirens will sound and your EAS tone-activated radio will turn on. Listen to your local radio and television stations for information and be prepared to follow any instructions provided by state and county officials. You may be instructed to take shelter in your home or evacuate the area.