Homeland Security Threat Guidelines

  1. Low

Recommended Action

Plan

Create an emergency plan for your neighborhood/ business to address all hazards and emergencies, including.

Prepare

Prepare a 3-day disaster supply kit (water, non-perishable foods, first aid kit, flashlight, batteries, prescription drugs, etc.).

Identify

Consider plans and contingencies to assist emergency worker's family members. Identify and address special needs of the elderly, handicapped or ill in your community or workplace.

Report

Report suspicious circumstances and/or individuals to law enforcement agencies. When in doubt, call and report.

Review

Review all plans related to the anticipation of a higher threat level. Implement as appropriate.

Operate Safely

Continue to include safety and common sense practices in daily routines. Be security conscious.

Train

Take first aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training. Contact Monroe County Red Cross at 734-289-1481.

Assign

Assign another location away from home to report to in case of an emergency. For businesses, also assign an alternate location/assembly area for your employees.

Assess

Practice safe mail handling and mail receipt procedures.

Secure

Keep vehicles locked. Use security lighting.

Beware

Exercise caution when traveling. Contact the International Travelers Health Advisory at 877-394-8747.

  1. Guarded
  1. Elevated
  1. High
  1. Severe