Preparedness for Acts of Terrorism

General guidelines

• Be aware of your surroundings.
• If you feel uncomfortable, leave.
• When traveling, do not accept packages from strangers even for a minute and do not leave your own bags unattended, even for a minute.
• When entering a building or congested area, take not of departure routes.
• When entering an upper floor of an unfamiliar building, take notice of stairways.
• Know where fire extinguishers and hard hats are located in buildings where you spend a lot of time.
• Report suspicious packages or strange devices to authorities.
• Report suspicious activities to the Virginia State Police Terrorist Tip Hotline: 1-877-4VA-TIPS.
• For additional information on Terrorism Perparedness:
• Virginia Department of Emergency Management - Terrorism Preparedness
• Department of Homeland Security - Dont' be afraid...Be Ready
• Terrorism Information: The Facts - How to Prepare - How to Respond
• Citizen Guidance on the Homeland Security Advisory System