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Homeland Security Advisory System

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Homeland Security Advisory System

The following brief explanation and guidelines for families are taken from the Red Cross Homeland Security Advisory System home page and the US Department of Homeland Security web site. For more details visit the US Department of Homeland Security or the Red Cross Homeland Security Advisory System home page.

1. Low Condition (Green)

A Low Condition is declared when there is a low risk of terrorist attacks.

2. Guarded Condition (Blue)

A Guarded Condition is declared when there is a general risk of terrorist attacks.

  • Complete recommended actions at lower level
  • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
  • Review stored disaster supplies and replace items that are outdated
  • Develop an emergency communication plan that all family members
3. Elevated Condition (Yellow)

An Elevated Condition is declared when there is a significant risk of terrorist attacks.

  • Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
  • Ensure disaster supplies kit is stocked and ready
  • Check telephone numbers and e-mail addresses in your family emergencycommunication plan and update as necessary
  • If not known to you, contact school to determine their emergency
    notification and evacuation plans for children
  • Develop alternate routes to/from school/work and practice them
4. High Condition (Orange)

A High Condition is declared when there is a high risk of terrorist attacks.

  • Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities
  • Review disaster plan with all family members
  • Ensure communication plan is understood/practiced by all family members
  • Exercise caution when traveling
  • Have shelter in place materials on hand and understand procedure
  • Discuss children’s fears concerning possible terrorist attacks
  • If a need is announced, donate blood at designated blood collection center
5. Severe Condition (Red)

A Severe Condition reflects a severe risk of terrorist attacks. Under most circumstances, the Protective Measures for a Severe Condition are not intended to be sustained for substantial periods of time.

  • Complete recommended actions at lower levels
  • Listen to radio/TV for current information/instructions
  • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities immediately
  • Contact business/school to determine status of work/school day
  • Adhere to any travel restrictions announced by local governmental
    authorities
  • Be prepared to shelter in place or evacuate if instructed to do so by local
    governmental authorities
  • Discuss children’s fears concerning possible/actual terrorist attacks