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Homeland Defense E-Alerts
U.S. Responder Stats
White House Statistics
More than 1 Million U.S. Firefighters, about 750,000 volunteers.
Some 556,000 full-time law enforcement employees, including 436,000 sworn officers.
About 291,000 Sheriff's offices employees, including about 186,000 sworn officers.
More than 155,000 emergency medical technicians who are national registered.
Suspicious Activities at Fire Departments Continue to Cause Alarm
Incidents of thefts, suspicious calls and visits, raise concern for first responders.
FBI: Terrorist Sleeper Cell Nabbed in Buffalo
Men were 'al-Qaida-trained cell'.
First Responders in Second Wave of Proposed U.S. Smallpox Vaccine Plan
Smallpox vaccine would be offered to all health care workers, starting with emergency room workers.
Government Offers Radiation Equipment
The Energy Dept. is making surplus equipment available in case of a nuclear terror attack.
Pentagon Area Hit on 9/11 Reopens; $500M Project
Nearly two dozen workers return to offices rebuilt after being destroyed by the attacks.
Federal Center Trains for Terror Threats
Former Alaska Army base prepares first responders to handle a terrorist attack.
Pentagon Considers New Weapons
Defense agency looks for ways to neutralize chemical or biological weapons underground.
Bush Releases Security Plan
Bush submits first-ever strategy for confronting terrorism within U.S. borders.
Calif. Boosts Security After Arrests
Police increase security of Golden Gate Bridge, Disneyland and Universal Studios.
AL Residents Near Incinerator Get Help
State to buy gas mask-like hoods for some 35,000 living near a chemical weapons incinerator.
Toxic Time Bombs at Chemical Plants
Dozens of NY factories are potentially vulnerable, lethal targets for terrorists.
Smallpox Vaccination Decision Near
More than just a first wave of responders may be vaccinated.
FBI: Gunman Went to LAX to Kill
A gunman opened fire Thursday at Israel's El Al airlines ticket counter at Los Angeles International Airport.Report: Three Dead in LAX Airport Shooting
Report Says EPA Couldn't Handle Chemical or Bio Attack
Report says, "Agency information, experience and equipment is insufficient to respond with confidence."
FDNY Receives Radiation Detectors
Every unit in the city scheduled to have detector within the next week or so.
20,000 Gas Masks Ordered for DC
Masks to protect in biological or chemical attack.
FBI Investigates Anthrax Researchers
The FBI is scrutinizing 20 to 30 scientists who might have had the knowledge and opportunity to send last fall's deadly anthrax letters.
FDNY Conducts Joint Exercise at United Nations
The United Nations and the New York City Fire Department have conducted their first joint exercise -- tackling a mock explosion and fire in the 39-story U.N. headquarters building.
E-Mail to Jersey Rescue Squad Set Off Sirens
An anonymous Pakistani e-mailer asked a New Jersey ambulance corps how to buy an ambulance and run a rescue squad.Scare: Bid to Buy Ambulance Spurs Fears Also: Decal Plan Would Stick it to Imposters
FBI Warns of Fuel Tank Attacks
The FBI is advising law enforcement agencies to be on the lookout for terrorists who possibly are plotting to use fuel tankers to attack Jewish neighborhoods and synagogues, a federal law enforcement official said Friday.
Departments Warned on Terrorist Threats from 'Within'
Fire and police brass are on alert for a new and especially insidious threat - terrorists bearing bombs in replica cop cars, ambulances or firetrucks.
States Receiving Bioterror Money
Congress approved $1.1 billion in January for states and localities to prepare for bioterror. Most of that money came through this month.
USFA Warns Against Overseas E-Mail Inquiries
The CIPIC recently learned that fire and/or EMS departments on the East Coast have received electronic mail from foreign universities requesting information about how their department is organized, trained, and equipped. The individuals are also asking for the identification or locations of major response routes.
Dirty Bombs Versus Emergency Responders
No one can accurately predict how many people might be killed or injured in a radiological "dirty bomb" attack.
A Terrorist’s Tool:
Vulnerable Infrastructures
One of the most formidable weapons in the terrorist arsenal is our own vulnerabilities.
WMD Prep Notes
12 Recommendations to Strengthen Preparedness Against Terrorist Attacks
As first responders we must continue to review, revise and practice our emergency response procedures and guidelines.
WMD Prep Notes
Definitions: Chemical Agent-Related
Provided to help first responders learn new terms or to refresh terms related to chemical agents.
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