Public Safety Guide
Practical preparedness guidance for sheltering, evacuation, emergency supplies, and family communication during periods of conflict.
Reviewed by CIS Security operations — July 14, 2026
Always follow current instructions from Lebanese authorities and official emergency services. This guide supplements, and does not replace, official guidance.
Shelter-in-Place Guidance
- Identify the safest interior room in your home — away from windows and exterior walls.
- Keep a battery-powered or hand-crank radio for official updates if networks are down.
- Keep essential supplies (see kit checklist below) within reach of your shelter room.
Evacuation Planning
- Identify two evacuation routes from your area in case one is unavailable.
- Agree on two family meeting points — one near home, one further out.
- Keep your vehicle's fuel tank at least half full during periods of heightened tension.
Emergency Kit Checklist
- Water (at least 3 liters per person per day) and non-perishable food for 3 days.
- First-aid kit, essential medications, and a battery-powered flashlight.
- Copies of ID documents, cash in small denominations, and a portable phone charger.
Communication Plans
- Designate one out-of-area contact every family member can reach by text if calls fail.
- Write down key phone numbers on paper — don't rely solely on your phone's contact list.
Official emergency numbers
Police 112 · Civil Defense 125 · Lebanese Red Cross 140
CIS: +961 3 539900
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