Preparing for the results of terrorism is in many ways identical to preparing for
other types of disasters. It's still a good idea to:
Learn about the
National Terrorism Advisory System
- Assemble an
emergency kit,
containing food, water, clothing, emergency shelter, and other needs for you, your
family, and your pets
- Remember
critical
documents and
financial preparedness!
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Are
you adequately insured?
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Should I buy respirators for use at home?
- Learn how (and whether) to
shut-off your utilities
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Video: shutting off electricity at the breaker box
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Video: turning off propane (LPG) service
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Video: shutting off residential water
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Video: draining your water heater (potential water source
in disaster)
- If you're dependent on electrical powered for life-safety equipment, consider a
generator. For
safe installation and usage,
your local electric utility may be able to provide assistance.
Would a short
video help?
- Learn CPR, first-aid,
and how to use a fire extinguisher
- Work with your
neighbors
to prepare your community
- Learn about
hazardous materials and
sheltering in place
TVF&R Terrorism Preparedness
Guide
Washington
County Anti-Terrorism Advisory Committee (ATAC) Fact Sheets
FEMA Guide to Citizen Preparedness:
Are You Ready? (628 kB) (to
view other sections or in different format)
US Dept. of Homeland Security
US Dept. of Justice Citizen's Preparedness
Guide (1.2 MB)
US State
Dept. Travel Warnings and Public Announcements
US Dept. of Education Office of Safe & Drug-Free Schools: Emergency Planning
US Secret Service
Safe Schools Initiative
National Memorial Institute for the Prevention
of Terrorism
More Terrorism Links
Contact TVF&R's Emergency Manager: Jeff
Rubin: (503) 259-1199