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Homeland Security Advisory System
Recommendations
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RISK OF ATTACK |
RECOMMENDED ACTION |
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SEVERE
(Red) |
- Complete recommended
actions at lower levels
- Listen to radio/TV for
current information/instructions
- Be alert to suspicious
activity and report it to proper authorities immediately
- Contact business/school to
determine status of work/school day
- Adhere to any travel
restrictions announced by local governmental authorities
- Discuss Children's fears
concerning possible/actual terrorist attack
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HIGH
(Orange) |
- Complete recommended
actions at lower levels
- Be alert to suspicious
activity and report it to proper authorities
- Review Disaster plan with
all family members
- Ensure communication plan
is understood/practiced by all family members
- Exercise caution when
traveling
- Have shelter in place
materials on hand and understand procedure
- Discuss Children's fears
concerning possible terrorist attacks
- If a need is announced,
donate blood at designated blood collection center
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ELEVATED
(Yellow) |
- 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
- Check telephone numbers and
e-mail addresses in your family emergency communication plan
and update as necessary
- If not known to you,
contact school to determine their emergency notification and
evacuation plans for children
- Develop alternate routes
to/from school/work and practice them
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GUARDED
(Blue) |
- 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items that are outdated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 and emergency communication plan
that all family members understand
- Establish an alternate meeting place away
from home with family/friends
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LOW
(Green)
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