What does it mean for us?
SEVERE THREAT
RED LEVEL
IMMINENT RISK
Terrorist Threat Conditions -- Citizen Actions
Definition: A terrorist attack has occurred or credible and corroborated intelligence indicates that one is imminent. Normally, this threat condition is declared for a specific location or critical facility.
In addition to all previously mentioned precautions, citizens are advised to:
- Report suspicious activities and call 9-1-1 for immediate response.
- Expect delays, searches of purses and bags, and restricted access to public buildings.
- Expect traffic delays and restrictions.
- Take personal security precautions to avoid becoming a victim of crime or terrorist attack.
- Avoid crowded public areas and gatherings.
- Do not travel into areas affected by the attack or is an expected terrorist target.
- Keep emergency supplies accessible and automobile fuel tank full.
- Be prepared to evacuate work, your home or shelter in place on order of local authorities.
- Be suspicious of persons taking photographs of critical facilities, asking detailed questions about physical security or dressed inappropriately for weather conditions (suicide bomber). Report these incidents immediately to law enforcement.
- Closely monitor news reports and Emergency Alert System (EAS) radio/TV stations.
- Assist co-workers and/or neighbors who may need help.
- Avoid passing unsubstantiated information and rumors.
HIGH THREAT
ORANGE LEVEL
HIGH RISK
Terrorist Threat Conditions -- Citizen Actions
Definition: Credible intelligence indicates that there is a high risk of a local terrorist attack by a specific target has not been identified.
In addition to all previously mentioned precautions, citizens are advised to:
- Resume normal activities but expect some delays, baggage searches, and restrictions as a result of heightened security at public buildings and facilities.
- Continue to monitor world and local events as well as local government threat advisories.
- Report suspicious activities at or near critical facilities to local law enforcement agencies by calling 9-1-1.
- Avoid leaving unattended packages or brief cases in public areas.
- Inventory and organize emergency supply kits and discuss emergency plans with department/unit personnel and family members. Reevaluate meeting location based on threat.
- Consider taking reasonable personal security precautions. Be alert to your surroundings, avoid placing yourself in a vulnerable situation, and monitor the activities of your children.
- Maintain close contact with co-workers, your family and neighbors to ensure their safety and emotional welfare.
ELEVATED THREAT
YELLOW LEVEL
ELEVATED RISK
Terrorist Threat Conditions -- Citizen Actions
Definition: Elevated risk of terrorist attack but a specific region of the USA or target has not been identified.
In addition to all previously mentioned precautions, citizens are advised to:
- Continue normal activities, but report suspicious activities to the local law enforcement agencies.
- Take a first aid or CERT class. Volunteer to become a building warden for the university building in which you work.
- Become active in your local Neighborhood Crime Watch program.
- Network with your family, neighbors, and community for mutual support during a disaster or terrorist attack.
- Learn what critical facilities are located in your community and report suspicious activities at or near these sites.
- Contact local officials to learn about specific hazards in your community.
- Increase department/unit, individual or family emergency preparedness through training, maintaining good physical fitness and health, and storing emergency supplies.
- Monitor media reports concerning situation.
GUARDED THREAT
BLUE LEVEL
GUARDED RISK
Terrorist Threat Conditions -- Citizen Actions
Definition: General risk with no credible threats to specific targets.
In addition to all previously mentioned precautions, citizens are advised to:
- Continue normal activities but be watchful for suspicious activities. Report criminal activity to local law enforcement.
- Review building Emergency Action Plans and family emergency plans.
- Review department/unit continuity plans.
- Increase family emergency preparedness by purchasing supplies, food, and storing water.
- Be familiar with local natural and technological (man made) hazards in your community.
- Increase department, individual or family emergency preparedness through training, maintaining good physical fitness and health, and storing emergency supplies.
- Monitor local and national news for terrorist alerts.
LOW THREAT
GREEN LEVEL
LOW RISK
Terrorist Threat Conditions -- Citizen Actions
Definition: Low risk of terrorism. Routine security is implemented to preclude routine criminal threats.
In addition to all previously mentioned precautions, citizens are advised to:
- Continue to enjoy individual freedom. Participate freely in travel, work, and recreational activities.
- Be prepared for disasters at work and at home.
- Develop a building Emergency Action Plan, department/unit continuity plan and family emergency plan.
- Keep recommended immunizations up-to-date.
- Know who to contact and any required procedures for utilities be turned off.
- Know how to turn off your power, gas, and water service to your house.
- Know what hazardous materials are stored at work and at home and how to properly dispose of unneeded chemicals.
- Support the efforts of your local emergency responders (fire fighters, law enforcement and emergency medical service).
- Know what natural hazards are prevalent in your area and what measures you can take to protect your family.
- Volunteer to assist and support the university and community emergency response agencies.
- Review and assist in updating and changing the campus Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. Any questions contact Risk Management 855-9758.
