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Threat Conditions and Associated Protective Measures
Homeland Security: Protective Measures
Current Threat Level: Elevated Risk (Yellow)
Updated 11/01/05
General measures are provided below that may help you and your family prepare for an emergency:
Low Condition (Green) -- reflects a low risk of terrorist attacks.
Guarded Condition (Blue) -- reflects a guarded risk of terrorist attack
- Complete recommended actions at lower levels
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
- Review stored disaster supplies and replace items that are outdated
- Develop emergency communication plan with family and co-workers
Elevated Condition (Yellow) -- reflects an elevated risk of terrorist attacks
- Complete recommended actions at lower levels
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
- Ensure disaster supplies kit is stocked and ready at home/work
- Develop alternate routes to/from work and practice them
High Condition (Orange) -- reflects a high risk of terrorist attacks
- Complete recommended actions at lower levels
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
- Review disaster plans
- Exercise caution when traveling
- Have shelter in-place materials on hand and review procedures
Severe Condition (Red) -- reflects a severe risk of terrorist attacks
- Complete recommended actions at lower levels
- Listen to the radio/TV for current information and instructions
- Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities immediately
- Adhere to any travel restrictions announced by local government authorities
- Be prepared to shelter in-place or evacuate if instructed to do so by local governmental authorities.
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