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Immediate danger in a public place

You hear or see signs of immediate violence in a public setting. What's your first priority?

Step 1 · Your next move

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The setup

You're in a public place — a station, a market, a venue. Suddenly there are signs of immediate violence: shouting, people running, a sound you can't place. Your heart's in your throat. The exits you noticed when you arrived are the ones you need now.

What's your first priority?

Awkward is cheaper than unsafe.