━━━━━━━━ 📌 Remember the Three Steps: RUN · HIDE · FIGHT ━━━━━━━━
If you notice suspicious behavior or an unexpected attack in a public place, take action in the following order:

🏃 ① RUN｜Assess first: Can you escape?

Once danger is detected, leave the area immediately and create distance.
Do not stop to watch or record. Drop unnecessary belongings if needed, and keep your hands free for movement.

• Avoid the attacker’s path; do not make eye contact or engage

• Verbally alert nearby people who may not yet be aware

• If you have a whistle or alert device, use it to raise awareness when appropriate

🚪 ② HIDE｜If you can’t escape, hide and stay out of sight

If escape is not possible, move to a place where the attacker cannot see or reach you, such as:

• Storage rooms or back-of-house areas

• Lockable restrooms or changing rooms

• Offices or staff break rooms

• Any enclosed space with a door that can be locked

Once inside:

• Lock the door, turn off the lights

• Stay quiet and away from doors and windows

• Call 110 (police) when safe and clearly report your location

✊ ③ FIGHT｜Last resort — act only when there is no other choice

When escape and hiding are no longer possible and your life is in immediate danger, fight back using any available objects (e.g., backpacks, chairs, fire extinguishers).
The goal is to create an opportunity to escape, not to win a fight.

Sudden incidents can be frightening, but preparing in advance and remembering these principles can help you stay calm and respond more effectively when it matters most.
Stay safe 🙏

📍 Source

This content is based on the “Run, Hide, Fight” guidance issued by the
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Run. Hide. Fight.® Surviving an Active Shooter Event.