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	What is Terrorism? As defined in Florida Statute 775.30, the term "terrorism" means an activity that: Involves a violent act or an act dangerous to human life which is a violation of the criminal laws of this state or of the United States; or Involves a violation of s. 815.06 (offenses against computer users); and Is intended to: Intimidate, injure, or coerce a civilian population; Influence the policy of a government by intimidation or coercion; or Affect the conduct of government through destruction of property, assassination, murder, kidnapping, or aircraft piracy How Should Brevard Prepare For Terrorism? To top Unlike with a Hurricane or a Flood, there will likely be NO WARNING for a terrorist attack. We can make sure that our families know what we would do to account for each other in a disaster. A Family Disaster Plan is critical and should be in place at all times. Your family's plan should include Emergency Contacts, identification of Rally Points, Disaster Supply Kit, and more. With some simple planning this can be done and help alleviate the fear of the unknown. Before, During, and After a Terrorist Incident... To top SOURCE: FEMA TERRORISM FACT SHEET Why Your Family Should Identify Rally Points... To top Since your family is not together 24 hours a day, you need to consider how you would find each other in a disaster. Rally points (physical locations) should be identified for the most commonly frequented locations (i.e. work, school, and neighbors). For example, if a crisis occurs at school a location where both parents and child designate to meet should be included in your plan. What Your Community Can Do? To top In a disaster our best untapped resource is you and me. You can become a part of a Community Emergency Response Team. This team is a local or neighborhood group that receives special training to enhance their ability to recognize, respond to and recover from a major emergency or disaster situation. What Else Can You Do? To top Learn about Citizen Corps . Over the past months America has witnessed a wellspring of selflessness and heroism. People in every corner of the country have asked, "What can I do?" and "How can I help?" Citizen Corps is being created to answer these questions. Where Can You Go For More Info? To top Florida Initiative Against Homeland Terrorism Domestic Security in Florida (requires adobe acrobat) (if necessary, you may download adobe acrobat at: http://www.adobe.com/ ) Domestic Security In Florida - MyFlorida.com Terrorism— Preparing for the Unexpected - American Red Cross Bioterrorism Frequently Asked Questions - Johns Hopkins University Anthrax FAQs - Centers for Disease Control Anthrax Resources for First Responders Suspicious Mail or Packages To top FBI Suspicious packages advisory: http://www.floridadisaster.org/mail3.pdf State of Florida suspicious packages guidelines What Actions Should You Take To Be Prepared? To top Family Disaster Plan Remember that Disaster Supply Kit! Web Links	Emergency Notification Alert Registration Disaster Planning Tool Use this tool to create your individualized disaster plan for family or business. Florida Division of Emergency Management La Información de la Preparación del Huracán About Safe Rooms (FEMA) Building A Safe Room Inside Your House brochure (1.3MB pdf) Building A Safe Room Inside Your House booklet Safe Room and Community Shelter Resource CD Related Websites Florida 511 - Travel Information Operation Blue Roof (damaged roofs), Army Corps of Engineers Red Cross - Space Coast Chapter The Disaster Handbook (includes agricultural concerns) EOC Activation Level Homeland Security Advisory Warning Level Florida Hurricane Preparedness Week Governor's Declaration Got A Plan Flyer

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