Someone is shooting, or has a gun or weapon in a public place
Use when someone is shooting, waving a gun or knife, or threatening to hurt people in a store, school, church, office or other public place, or after a threat or suspicious package.
In danger right now: call 911. Crisis or thoughts of suicide: call or text 988. Not sure where to start? Call the Silver City Gospel Mission: 575-388-5071. Police, fire or sheriff, not an emergency: 575-388-8840 (Central Dispatch). Print our list of phone numbers →
These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Run, hide, fight
RUN if you can safely get out. Leave your things. Help others come if you can, but don't wait for them.
HIDE if you can't get out. Lock or block the door, turn off lights, silence your phone, and stay out of sight and quiet.
FIGHT only as a last resort, if your life is in danger. Act together and use anything you can as a weapon.
Call 911 when it is safe. Tell them where you are, where the attacker is, how many, and what they look like.
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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If a number or place here is wrong, you know a better resource, or you know a better way to help, tell us. We automatically check reliable sources and update supported routine details. Unclear changes and safety guidance go to our staff for review.
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City, 575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.