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Preparing For A Biochemical Attack

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FAQs: Biological Weapons

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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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