Terrorism Preparedness
Unlike with a Hurricane or a Flood there will likely be NO WARNING for a terrorist attack. Therefore, families need to plan ahead, communicate that plan, test it and stock up on necessary supplies. Your family disaster plan should include EMERGENCY CONTACTS, identification of MEETING PLACES and a DISASTER SUPPLY KIT.
Have a Disaster Plan
Determine escape routes from your home and places to meet including a child's school, a neighbor's home or a public place.
Have an out-of-state contact, so all family members have a single point of contact, and identify at least two ways of contact (phone number, email, etc).
Make a plan now for what to do with your pets if you need to evacuate.
Post emergency telephone numbers by your telephones, on the refrigerator, in your wallet or purse and in children's book bags and backpacks. Be sure children know how and when to call 911.
Set up a safe room or improvised shelter in an upstairs room as nerve gas and other toxic gases and mists are heavier than air. Keep duct tape, plastic sheeting or garbage bags to seal around windows and doors to close off heating and air conditioning ducts.
Stock nonperishable emergency supplies and a disaster supply kit
Stock your disaster supply kit with these items: WATER - at least one gallon per person per day for three days; FOOD - a three to seven day supply; BLANKETS - PILLOWS & OTHER BEDDING; CLOTHING; FIRST AID KIT, MEDICINES; SPECIAL ITEMS FOR BABIES OR THE ELDERLY; TOILETRIES; NOAA weather radio; CASH - Banks and ATMS's may not be open or available for extended periods; EXTRA SET OF KEYS; TOYS, BOOKS & GAMES; IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS; TOOLS; VEHICLES WITH FULL GAS TANKS; PET CARE ITEMS; DUCT TAPE AND PLASTIC SHEETING
Explosion
Leave premises as quickly and calmly as possible.
If items are falling from above seek shelter under a sturdy table or desk and exit as soon as possible.
If you are trapped in debris cover your mouth with a piece of cloth and tap on a pipe or wall so that rescuers can hear you. Shouting should be a last resort as it can result in inhalation of dangerous amounts of dust.
Bio - chemical Agent
Authorities will instruct you to either seek shelter and seal the premises or evacuate immediately.
Do not handle suspicious letters or packages
Contact local law enforcement immediately