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    • GENERAL INFO
  • FAQs: Biological Weapons

  • CDC Emergency Preparedness Page

  • Department Of Homeland Security

    • Biological Threats:
  • Bioterrorism is the intentional use of (or threat to use) biological agents like anthrax or salmonella to hurt people, create fear, and/or disrupt society.
  • Because of their risks to national security, five biological agents have been identified. They are: anthrax, botulism, plague, smallpox, tularemia, viral hemorrhagic fevers.
  • In the event of a biochemical attack, hospitals are prepared to handle mass casualties.


    • Be Prepared:
  • The Federal Emergency Management Agency provides information on how to safeguard against chemical warfare. Click here to see what Protective Measures you can take.
  • Disaster Relief has information about what items you should have on hand in the event of a disaster. Your family should prepare for a disaster before it happens by preparing a Disaster Supplies Kit.

  • Knowing what to do when a disaster strikes may be your best defense. Have a Disaster Plan prepared in advance.

  • The American Red Cross has a number of Disaster Education Brochures covering everything from fires to chemical disasters. Click here to contact your local Red Cross Chapter.


    • Stay Informed
  • Through the Project Impact initiative, the Federal Emergency Management Agency provides multi-hazard maps and information to U.S. residents to help determine disaster risks in each community. Click here to generate a map of your community.
  • If an emergency occurs in your town, officials will alert you through various alerting procedures.


    • Pets And Wildlife:
  • The Federal Emergency Management Agency has compiled a list of disaster planning tips for pets and wildlife.
  • The Humane Society offers tips on how to evacuate your pet in the event of an emergency.
  • The Humane Society offers a brochure for preparing your pets for a disaster. "Pets and Disasters: Get Prepared," can be obtained free of charge by sending a business-size self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
    HSUS Disaster Services
    2100 L St. NW
    Washington, DC 20037

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