Ridge Holds Briefing at 3:30 EST

Fox Cable News | 12/29/2003 | FNC

[Semper Paratus]

Sec. Ridge will hold a briefing at 3:30 PM EST.
Nothing follows.

[dawn53]

To those that disagree with the threat warnings, just look at Israel.

A tiny country, yet they announce general threat warnings with no real specifics. Seems it would be much easier to nail down a specific threat in that country, but their warning was general, in effect.

They could assault us by sea, they may be suicide bombers, they may target hospitals, etc. etc. etc.

If Israel can't offer solid warnings, how would the United States be able to offer a warning.

And say they warned about an event in NYC and an event happened in LA, do you know how the media would howl.

I think general warnings are just fine, lets people be alert, and lets the terrorists know we realize there is a threat.

[Dog]

Why would Ridge call a briefing just to say remain on guard......this doesn't make sense....he could get a spokesman to do that.

[epluribus_2]

Would you rather have him say, "If you live in NY, LA, DC, Chicago, or Boise than you had better head for the hills since you are so dead. And I wouldn't take a plane while I'm fleeing, myself".

[evad]

Here is a cat staying vigilant against nondescript people who want to harm us...

Here's another one..

[orlop9]

Condition Elmo possibly

I've had 3 visits from the USCG in the last 5 days, they're really starting to annoy me with their CYA crap.

[EllaMinnow]

Take notes for me, please. That's exactly when my husband and I are going to the movies.

[Mo1]

Considering the recent flights out of Paris to LA being possible foiled terrorist acts, I wouldn't take these warnings too lightly.

You are 100% correct

Tom Ridge and others know that many make fun of them for doing these warning .. But their job is to give us as much information as they possibly can .. If they didn't they would be failing to do their job

Whether people choose to ignore these warnings is their business .. but no one can say they weren't warned

[Viking2002]

Hmmm...must be a Clinton holdover. :-)

[Sir Gawain]

Terror Alert Level Raised To "Vote Republican"

[mhking]

Condition ELMO?

Just damn.

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[ConservativeMan55]

Damn!

[Mo1]

If Israel can't offer solid warnings, how would the United States be able to offer a warning.

Exactly .. and if anyone thinks the things happening in Israel can't happen here .. they are fools

[jgrubbs]

Israeli intelligence officials say militant groups are planning a major "non-conventional" attack on New Year's Eve.

Possible targets are holy sites, nursery schools, apartment buildings and hospitals.

http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_850859.html?menu=news.latestheadlines

[cyncooper]

I'm afraid we'll be gone then, too! We'll have to depend on other freepers for good notetaking.

:)

[Squantos]

Your Correct........I have a sneaky feeling though that under the new Patriot Act II that when the "Elmo" hits the fan.....Uncle Sugar will control selected media and shut down all but goobermint needs for communication. Internet, dead, local TV and radio will go to emergency broadcasting mode. Phones maybe as most of the infastructures security relies on too many to function. Cellular ?? Dunno......

As to HAM packet guys.....they are the cockroaches of communication who can't be killed no matter the amount of effort. One has to believe as you state that Condition Elmo is civilian equal to DEFCON 1 in terms of OHMYGOSH ! TEOTWAWKI !!!

Stay safe !

[Flipyaforreal]

Agreed, though it is a shame, lol. Former Philly resident here and just can't get over the whole Herman Munster thing. How can anyone take that seriously?

[Howlin]

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[Thinkin' Gal]

I thought Osama was partial to Bert? Maybe he's traded up to a Tickle Me Elmo.

St. Elmo's Fire
Introduction: What Is St. Elmo's Fire?
St. Elmo's Fire is luminescent electrical discharge observed on masts and other tall "poles", including spires, during or immediately preceeding/following thunderstorms.

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St. Elmo's Fire is often observed as a bluish/purple/white glow, sometimes occuring as double or even triple jets. It is often described as a "fire" (although it isn't burning), fireworks, jets, stars, corona, streams, or sparking. Sometimes, crackling and hissing sounds occur. St. Elmo's Fire can also cause radio disturbances.

http://www.mysterylights.com/types/stelmo/

[BushisTheMan]

Ridge has the most unenvious job in D.C. He has to stand up tell us we are safe & yet leave the borders unsecured. It's a joke - he's a joke.

Speak for yourself. The guy is doing okay in my book...no attacks since 9/11 so far and there are probably many many stories of bad guys caught that we'll never hear about.

[cajungirl]

I vow not to take issue with the goofballs who make fun ofTom Ridge. I hereby take an oath.