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Arpil 16, 2003
Municipality Lowers Threat Level to Yellow
The federal government increased the national terrorism threat level to "orange," indicating a high terrorism threat level, from "yellow," indicating an elevated risk of terrorist attacks. The Municipality has also raised its threat level to "orange." The Office of Homeland Security describes the Orange Condition as:
High risk of terrorist attacks. The following measures may be applied:
- Coordinating necessary security efforts with armed forces or law enforcement agencies;
- Taking additional precaution at public events;
- Preparing to work at an alternate site or with a dispersed workforce
- Restricting access to essential personnel only
The Municipality of Anchorage is encouraging all citizens to be vigilant. Citizens serve as our strongest defense against terrorism so we ask that they continue to be alert for any unusual or suspicious activity in neighborhoods or workplaces. To report suspicious activity, call the Anchorage Police Department at 565-8600.
Be Prepared at Work:
Make sure evacuation plans are up-to-date – and PRACTICE!
Check disaster supply kit and emergency medical kits. Make sure these kits are fully stocked and accessible.
Be Prepared at Home:
Create an emergency communications plan for your family.
Make sure you have a fully-stocked disaster kit in your home and in your car.
Know your school’s disaster plan.
Establish a family meeting place near your home or at a local facility.
For more information about preparing your home and workplace for disasters, visit the following sites:
Municipality of Anchorage Office of Emergency Management: http://www.muni.org/oem/index1.cfm
AWARE: Anchorage Watchful, Alert and Ready for Emergencies http://www.muni.org/aware/
Red Cross: www.redcross.org
FEMA: www.fema.gov
Citizen Corps: http://www.citizencorps.gov
Department of Homeland Security: http://www.whitehouse.gov/deptofhomeland/, www.ready.gov
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