Is Recession Preparing a New Breed of Survivalist? [Survival Today

When the chips are down, and you really need to raise some chicks, the ‘Old Fashioned’ way is still the best... Let that broody hen do the work. She is better at it than we will ever be... (Just give her the opportunity and the space where she can do it without other chickens bothering her)<<<

Agree, but never could resist using the incubator, and my banty hens were always so surprised to find a duck or goose in the eggs they had set on for a month.

Mary kept a smooth egg shaped rock in the nests of the hens she wanted to go broody, and in the old days there were glass eggs used.

Talk about brainwashing, that would fit tempting a hen to have babies by giving her a rock to sit on.

Or is that a miracle? She sits on a rock and you get baby chicks.

I understand. Cooking wheat and such requires a lot more effort than prepared foods. Do you do microwave and other pre-prepared food?<<<

Laughing and thinking “any way that I can get it”.

I do use the crockpot and microwave and have learned to eat cold food, or as it comes.

No use for you to worry about me, as there is not a lot that you can do, or anyone, but I love you for caring.

One learns to play the cards they are dealt.

If anything is truly missing in my world, it is cooking on a campfire, for coffee never tastes quite right, without smoke in it.

Maybe my interest continues in recipes, as a brainwasher for the boring foods that I do eat.

There was a time, when I would have cooked the recipes that I post and many of them I have cooked in the past.

Recipes started interesting me as a child, I should still have some of the early ones I saved, they used to publish them on the covers of matches, and were easy to save.

it is illegal to produce one’s own power, no kidding! I live in NC.<<<

It is amazing what they dream up to make a law on.

President Carter was pushing solar and wind power, may be the only good thing that he did.

Back then, the banks would loan the money for a wind power machine here and there were solar paybacks from the gov.

Hey, welcome to the thread...

NC??? Wow, and I thought they had a bit of sense there...

Sounds like time to ‘Overhaul’ County Gov’t.

‘Overhaul’ in my book is - strip out and discard the old broken parts that are causing the problem and replace them with new correctly working ones. Then use preventative maintenance - replace items on a timely basis before they have a chance to break down.(like term limits) :^)

Preparedness Hints
More About Wheat

Personal and Family Preparedness

Vision: Each family uses principles of provident living in their daily lives.

Mission: “Increase awareness and practice of home production and storage.

Some of you may not be
“converted” to wheat and
exclusively use white flour. So,
this issue will talk specifically
about the benefits of whole
wheat flour versus white flour.

First of all, whole wheat flour
can be made at home from
properly stored wheat which
can be stored for a long time.

White flour must be purchased
as such and doesn’t store
nearly as well as whole wheat.

Second, white flour is highly
processed from the whole
grain. The specific end in mind
is to create a commercial
product that won’t turn rancid
or spoil, something that
nutritious whole grain flour will
do.

I am taking the following
information from “Making the
Best of Basics” by James
Talmage Stevens. There was a
study conducted that
compared equal-sized slices of
white bakery bread and
homemade wheat bread.
It identified all the vitamins,
minerals, amino acids, and
calories. Computer calculations
showed that it would take 130
slices of white bread to equal
the nutrition of 1 slice of
homemade whole-wheat bread.

Finally, I will quote a story told
in the same book.

“Have you ever seen a trail of
ants? The next time you see
such a trail, gather some
children or curious adults and
do this scientific experiment.

Merely take a quarter cup of
white bleached flour from the
sack in your kitchen and make
or lay a strip barrier across the
ant’s trail. As the ants march
along their trail, you’ll notice
they move with great speed.

However, when they reach the
flour barrier, they’ll begin to
make crazy little circles in a
seeming fit of confusion.

Ultimately, an ant scout will find
the outer edge of the flour
barrier and all the ants will
follow the scout back to the
other side of the flour strip. They
resume their orderly trail speed
and continue on their path.

“To finish the experiment, use
the same amount of fresh ground
whole-wheat flour and
make a similar barrier strip 3-4
feet away from the white flour
strip. With a magnifying glass,
you should be able to see the
ants within 12 to 18 inches turn
their heads toward the whole
wheat. They’ll literally stop in
their tracks, turn around and go
back to the whole-wheat flour
and devour it!”

The son, of the author of this
story lives in Texas where
garden pests are a problem. He
relates how proud he is of his
organic garden because it had
no insect problems. He said
they only buy white bleached
flour to put in his dust gun to
dust his vegetables and its the
most effective treatment he’s
found for keeping the pests at
bay!”

The point of all this is to
hopefully convince you to store
and use whole wheat as part of
your home storage program. It
is inexpensive, easy to use,
and very nutritious.

http://www.ssrsi.org/Onsite/PDFbin/More%20About%20Wheat.pdf

http://www.ssrsi.org/Onsite/commonsense.htm

Snipped from an excellent article on survival.....

Emergency lighting in a vehicle is also necessary. As I said, we have a Coleman lamp in the truck at all times, but we also have a box of 12-inch candles and a good flashlight as well. Having light in the vehicle can provide cheer but more important, it may prevent your rig from being hit by a passing motorist as well as greatly improving your chances of having someone see your problem and stop to help.

continues.....

This made me think of the solar lights.

LOL, and I took the thought a step further.

If one could place the light “just so”, it charged in the day and then the interior of the car stayed lighted at night, there would be less car thiefs, for the next thought would be,
“ they will take a photo of me, so lets go to the next ‘dark’ car.”

If one lived in town and had a car parked on the street or in a lot, it might be worth it, at the least, the mystery light would insure that everyone watched the car....

http://www.ssrsi.org/Onsite/PDFbin/Delicious%20Whole%20Wheat%20Cinnamon%20Rolls%20and%20Pancakes.pdf

Preparedness Hints

Delicious Whole Wheat
Cinnamon Rolls and Pancakes

Personal and Family Preparedness
Vision: Each family uses principles of provident living in their daily lives.

Mission: “Increase awareness and practice of home production and storage.

Making homemade cinnamon
rolls seems to be a staple in
many homes. We make ours
with 1/2 whole wheat flour and
they are delicious. We enjoy
making these on Sunday and
do it at least once a month. Part
of the trick to keeping them soft
is adding lemon juice. The
recipe I use follows.

Did you know what the
difference is between bread
flour and all-purpose flour? I
looked at the ingredients and
noticed that the only difference
is ascorbic acid! Yes,
essentially the same thing as
lemon juice. Ascorbic acid or
lemon juice softens the gluten
developed while bread making.
So you can buy all-purpose
flour and add your own lemon
juice when making bread rolls,
or pizza dough.

Cinnamon Rolls (modified
from simply Ready by Terri
Johnson)

• 1 C. butter or margarine, melted
• 1/2 c. sugar or honey
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 t. salt
• 2 T. yeast & 1 t sugar dissolved in 1
In C. warm water
• 2 T. lemon juice or vinegar
• 3 C. whole wheat flour
• 3 C. white flour (or wheat flour)
• 3/4 C. brown sugar mixed with 4 t.
cinnamon (raisins, nuts)
Add butter, sugar, eggs, salt &
lemon juice to dissolved yeast
and stir. Add 3 C, of the wholewheat
flour and beat in mixer or
by hand for 10 minutes.

Add
rest of the flour and mix until
flour is absorbed (or longer). Be
careful not to add too much
flour, you want the dough to be
as soft as you can manage.

Roll out into a large rectangle. (I
use spray Pam on my hands
and on the board, I avoid using
any more flour if I can help it).

Spread with 2 T. melted butter.
Sprinkle with the brown sugar
mixture and raisins and nuts if
desired. Roll up so that you
have a long skinny roll (not a
short fat one). Slice into about
24 rolls and put into two 9x13
pans. Let rise until double
(about 43 minutes) and cook at
350º F. for 20 minutes.

Cream Cheese Icing

• 8 Oz. cream cheese, kept
cold
• 5 T. butter
• 2 t. vanilla
• 2 C. powdered sugar.

Process in a food processor
until just mixed. Over mixing
causes the cream cheese to
break down and produces
grainy looking frosting (Joy of
Cooking, 1997, pg. 1008) Frost
while still slightly warm.

Whole Wheat Pancakes

• 2 C. whole wheat flour
• 2 T. sugar
• 1 T. baking powder
• 1 t. salt
• 1/2 t soda
• 2 C. milk
• 1/4 C. oil
• 2 eggs

Mix dry ingredients together.

Add liquid ingredients and mix
just until moistened (do not
over beat, thereby creating
gluten, making tough
pancakes). Cook on griddle at
350 (not 375 like for white flour
pancakes). Makes about 24
pancakes.

We love these, especially with
our chokecherry syrup!

There goes my diet resolve again! ... I feel a canned biscuit cinnamon and raisin with pecans bunt roll coming on!

The titles are links to the articles.

I am hearing more and more kidnappings on the police scanners, but you do not hear of them in the general news.

They are going on all over the country, do some digging and be surprised.

granny......

http://www.ssrsi.org/ta1/kidnap.htm

Preparation is SAFETY: You’re driving down a street in São Paulo, Brazil and you are no more than five minutes from your home when you notice that you are being followed. Suddenly, the car passes you and abruptly pulls in front of your car causing you to slam on your brakes. Four men jump out with firearms and approach you. Frozen with fear you sit there not being able to move or speak. They forcibly remove you from the driver’s seat, bind your hands, duct tape your mouth, blindfold you and throw you into the trunk of their car. You then feel the car exhilarate down the road at a high speed, taking you to some remote location. You have just been abducted – and yes, it can happen that quickly.

Surviving a Kidnapping by Duncan Long Anyone may be kidnapped or have a member of their family kidnapped. Unfortunately, most people don’t know how to deal with kidnappers or how to survive the ordeal if they themselves are kidnapped or taken hostage.

How to Survive Kidnapping - Travel Tips Kidnapping is rampant in many parts of the world — in fact it is a thriving business in many countries. The U.S. Government provides tips on what you should do when things go bad. The following is excerpted from DEPARTMENT OF STATE PUBLICATION 10217: Security Awareness Overseas, An Overview [Bureau of Diplomatic Security - United States Department of State Overseas Security Advisory Council].

Foreign Policy Centre: Publications / THE KIDNAPPING BUSINESS The nature of kidnapping is changing: an important political tool is now a sophisticated business and the gap left by policy-makers has been filled by kidnap and ransom insurance. This project assesses these new trends and works towards a new integrated policy response. This project is supported by Hiscox, Control Risks Group, ASM, SCR and J&H Marsh and McLennan.

Police learning to deal with kidnapping China is seeing a surge in hostage crises. The Guangzhou-based Southern Metropolis Daily reports that there have been more than 20 reported cases in the past year. Things have exacerbated in the past two months, with almost weekly stories of armed kidnapping.

Armchair World: Guidelines to Survive a Kidnapping Kidnappings can take place in public areas where someone may quietly force you, by gunpoint, into a vehicle. They can also take place at a hotel or residence, again by using a weapon to force your cooperation in leaving the premises and entering a vehicle. The initial phase of kidnapping is a critical one because it provides one of the best opportunities to escape.

Fielding’s DangerFinder - Kidnapping - You’re in Good Hands The kidnapping and occasional executions of travelers by such groups as the PKK in Turkey, Al-Faran in Kashmir, FARC in Colombia, the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia, make big headlines but don’t reflect the real dangers of kidnapping. Even the recent kidnappings of nuns in Sierra Leone, oil workers in Yemen, researchers in Irian Jaya, journalists in Chechnya, or UN workers in Tajikistan don’t properly convey the real threat of being kidnapped. The reality is that only one out of 10 kidnappings become public knowledge. Also, it generates extremely good business. If you happen to find yourself as one of the 200 foreigners who get kidnapped every year, there’s little for you to do but hope that you’ll be well treated.

California - Teens survive nightmare - sacbee.com The kidnapping started when Ratliff approached a parked car on a lovers’ lane about 1 a.m. and forced a couple out at gunpoint. Then, he forced another couple out of a second parked car, said Parra, and used duct tape to bind the two men. He ordered the two girls, 16 and 17, into the Bronco that belonged to one of the male victims, Eric Brown.

News: Kidnapped: How to survive? - myDNA DOD experts advise hostages to try as much as possible to establish a rapport with their captors by finding some type of common ground. Bringing up topics like family, sports or hobbies may prove to be lifesaving. This helps the detainee to be viewed as a human being rather than just an object.

Stranger Danger: Protecting Your Child “Don’t talk to strangers!” It’s the advice we grew up with and the advice we give our children. Unfortunately, that advice just doesn’t cut it today. Our children face danger not only on the streets but on the Internet, at the park, in shopping malls, and practically everywhere they go. Children of service members face a few additional challenges. As parents, we must empower our children with tools to protect themselves.

Elaine Cassel: The Case of Elizabeth Smart The FBI categorizes kidnappings according to the relationship of the perpetrator to the victim: family member, acquaintance, or stranger. Most perpetrators of child kidnappings are parents or acquaintances. Strangers account for less than a quarter of child abductions.

Kidnapping Survival Guidelines The chances of your being kidnapped or taken hostage are small. If it does happen, your chances of survival are high. Kidnapping is a terrifying experience, but you probably possess more personal resources than you think to cope with the situation. Remember, you are of value to those who are holding you only if you are alive, and they want to keep you that way. Your best defense is passive cooperation. The more time passes, the better your chances of being released alive.

Legal Handbook On Kidnapping This publication is intended to be used by people who are genuinely concerned that their child might be kidnapped or, sadly, whose child has been kidnapped by a former spouse, partner, or other family member. Perhaps this information will provide some ideas of what to do, where to go, and what kinds of things can be done to try to prevent a kidnapping or to help get the child safely returned. While much of the material in this publication focuses on children who have been taken out of the country, most of the information also is applicable to cases in which the child remains in the United States.

US CODE: Title 18,1204. International parental kidnapping

Websleuths Crime Sleuthing Community - Abduction Precautions A discussion group thread

Know the Rules...Abduction and Kidnapping Prevention Tips for ... Know the Rules...Abduction and Kidnapping Prevention Tips for Parents and Guardians : Straightforward safety tips and guidelines for parents to consider when talking to their children about personal safety along with recommendations to better safeguard homes and surroundings. Download this publication (PDF) English • Spanish

CNN.com - Kidnapping and ransom on the rise - Feb. 19, 2004 Kidnapping for ransom or politics has long been a hazard of executive travel for global businesses. And over the last few years it has been getting worse, despite efforts to curb the problem.

Kidnapped teen’s family describes safety pin escape A 13-year-old boy left bound and gagged in a remote patch of Florida countryside used a safety pin, a stick and his teeth to free himself from captivity, his family said Tuesday.

Kidnapping; Latin American Growth Industry Thanks to increased opportunity, weak law enforcement and the continued disparity between the poor and the wealthy, the abduction of business executives is a growth industry in Latin America. According to estimates by the highly-respected New York-based Kroll Associates security firm, there were at least 6,000 kidnappings in Latin America in 1995. Kroll is highly informed in the matters of kidnapping. They offer kidnapping and ransom advice to insurance companies and victims. Their statistics show that business executives are increasingly becoming the targets of kidnappers. Statistics show that Latin America is ranked, by far, the most dangerous area in the world in terms of kidnapping. The region is well ahead of the Middle East and Asia. Six years of economic growth in Latin America has brought more local and foreign business people on the scene. With that are increased opportunities for criminals.

Child Safety – Kidnapping Escape The rule of thumb for kids is: Take three giant steps backward and run as fast as you can in the opposite direction, and then immediately tell a parent or trusted adult what happened. ... Amy Vandegrift knows the child safety drill: If a stranger rides up in a car beckoning to her, she’s to make a beeline in the opposite direction. “You scream and get your friends to call 911,’’ says the 11-year-old. ... “Nothing takes the place of parental or trusted adult supervision and attention,” says Nancy McBride, director of prevention education at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. “Obviously, that’s true for younger children, but it’s just as true for older children.... There’s no book, no video, no gimmick you can buy that can take the place of that.” Excerpted from The Christian Science Monitor – 29 July 2002

Survival Options - Kidnapping The best kidnapping survival strategy is to immediately prevent the kidnapping and avoid worse survival odds at a second crime scene.

You will not realize how many bombs go off each day in the U.S., unless you look for the information.

Some of it makes the news, but not all, for I have heard detailed police reports and watched the news for a report, but it never got reported.

I have heard them investigate and find the pieces and bombs that did not go off, in cars, trash cans, under oil pipe lines and any place you can place them, including ice chests, brown paper lunch bags and black plastic trash sacks that were found floating in a lake.

Or the small boat, set adrift in the Seattle harbor, a fisherman managed to hook what he thought was a boat that had drifted off and towed it into the dock, only to discover it was full of explosives, waiting to get shoved against a ship.

the titles are links.
granny.......

http://www.ssrsi.org/ta1/ied.htm

Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) / Booby Traps An IED can be almost anything with any type of material and initiator. It is a “homemade” device that is designed to cause death or injury by using explosives alone or in combination with toxic chemicals, biological toxins, or radiological material. IEDs can be produced in varying sizes, functioning methods, containers, and delivery methods. IEDs can utilize commercial or military explosives, homemade explosives, or military ordnance and ordnance components.

Potential Indicators of Threats Involving Vehicle Borne IED’s The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) believes that a truck bombing by terrorists may be preempted if the general public remains alert for certain indicators. DHS has no specific information to indicate that a truck bombing of any kind is currently being planned in the United States. This document is only intended to provide general information to assist in efforts to recognize potential VBIED-related threats or incidents based on the recent Riyadh bombings.

Improvised Device Defeat The Improvised Device Defeat (IDD) Subgroup delivers advanced technologies, tools, and information to increase the operational capabilities of the United States military Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) community and federal, state, and local bomb squads to defeat and mitigate terrorist devices. In collaboration with military, federal, state, and local agencies, the IDD subgroup identifies, validates, and prioritizes multi-agency user requirements through an ongoing generation and prioritization process.

EXPLOSIVE FORCES OF IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES Before anyone can start to study these events and digest the design, construct, and methods chosen by terrorists, it is most important to understand the basics of explosives, explosive forces, and how they work.

IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES During the 18th and 19th of October, it was held the first NATO International Symposium “On Countering Improvised Explosive Devices” in Madrid. In the frame of the Conference of National Armament Directors (CNAD) for Defense Against Terrorism (DAT), Spain assumed the leading role on the topic “On Countering Improvised Explosive Devices”. As a first step within this leading initiative, the Spanish Directorate of Armament assumed the organization of the Symposium. This assignment supposed a challenge for the Directorate, that has been successfully overcome within very short time, thanks to the thrust of his director, Lieutenant General Carlos Villar Turrau.

Protecting People and Facilities From Improvised Explosive Devices ... Pipe Bombs and other Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) pose a serious threat to federal, state, and local government facilities considering how easily and inexpensively they can be put together. Schools, shopping malls, stadiums and other public places are also potential targets for terrorist attacks considering how freely people can walk around and through these types of public facilities.

Detection of Command-Initiated Improvised Explosive Devices Using ... All active electronic devices radiate electromagnetic energy. Radio receivers (not just the transmitters) may be significant sources of electromagnetic radiation. The radiation from radio receivers might be used to detect improvised electronic devices (IEDs) as the receiver must be active to function, as electrical activity is easily coupled to the receiver antenna and then radiated, and as the radiated signal is often unique to the receiver.

Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and Convoy Protection Improvised explosive devices are currently being used to target coalition forces/personnel soft targets, HUMVEEs and other thin-skinned vehicles. Insurgents typically plant the devices along major supply and travel routes, usually under cover of darkness, and detonate them remotely as the target vehicles pass. As a result, IEDs represent a relatively low-risk means for mounting attacks.

Landmines and Improvised Explosive Devices (IED’s) The following method can be used by soldiers in areas where landmines and IED’s are prevalent (like Afghanistan and Iraq). Scroll down to view “Video Clips”). Used correctly, soldiers will give themselves at least a few steps before encountering the mine. We have used the method effectively for years in the environmental (buried drums, pipelines, wellheads, etc.) and archeological (pottery, grave sites, fences, etc.) fields. The technique involves a few wires or rods that can be carried in one’s shirt or coat pocket. Conventional landmine detection equipment is heavy, bulky, expensive, limited to metals and available to a few highly-trained individuals only. The basic technology has not changed since its origin in the 1940’s.

Infantry Weapons - Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Improvised Explosive Devices (or IED’s) may be created using various household chemicals or military components in the right combustible combinations. Various packages can also be used to deliver the bomb - from paper bags and steel pipes (pipe bombs) to card board boxes and milk crates. Other packages that have been used include mortar and howitzer shells.

JURY-RIGGED: Improvised Explosive Devices Simple to make yet difficult to stop, improvised explosive devices (IEDs) are proving perfect weapons for insurgents. In Iraq, the U.S. military is searching frantically for high-tech answers to combat these low-tech weapons.

Sappers Become Improvised Explosive Device Hunters in Iraq When soldiers conduct convoys in Iraq, they try to watch out for and stay far away from improvised explosive devices. For the Sappers of Company B, 65th Engineer Battalion attached to Task Force 1- 27 Infantry, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, it’s a little different. When the Sappers perform route clearances, their intent is to hunt down these IEDs and make sure they get destroyed.

Miscellaneous Explosives Used As Improvised Explosive Devices

Terrorist weapons; Bombs (IED) One of the preferred weapons of the modern (and historical) terrorist is the bomb or Improvised Explosive Device (IED). As a terrorist weapon bombs are perfect allowing the terrorist to strike at considerable distance with great destructive effect and most importantly be nowhere near when the bomb goes off. Bombs are ideal for attacks carried out for the Propaganda of the Deed, as they can be very destructive but by using coded warnings the terrorists can choose to reduce or even eliminate civilian casualties.

IED (Improvised Explosive Device) Game - IED Vigilance: www.IEDVigilance.com features a serious game designed to teach techniques for defeating IEDs, or Improvised Explosive Devices. These devious booby traps can be injurious or fatal if not detected and disarmed, destroyed or avoided.

Scary Explosive - Easy construction of an IED Device This clip shows how easy a IED device can be constructed and shows the power of just one drop of binary explosive. Pretty scary.

A page to dig into, many subjects and links:

http://www.ssrsi.org/ta1/vigil.htm

[live links on page, near bottom of page, links have not been checked for working order....]

plastic sheeting & duct tape? The above sites will tell you what to do with it. Actually, to a greater or lesser extent, each of these sites provides much more info for those caught in a bad situation with no place to go. The IDF site is, in my opinion, the most extensive and provides the best info.

* greenspun.com
* RedCross.org
* Israel Defense Forces
* Israel Defense Forces (FAQ)
* avertdisasters.org
* airsource-one.com
* nicsinfo.org

http://www.ssrsi.org/ta1/bio.htm

[Titles are links, at the site.]

Found a good “Biological Terrorism” link? Let Us Know!

For more detailed information on individual disease characteristics, visit our Pestilence & Plague page.

A safe room is an ultra-secure location within a residence. The concept of a safe room is simple…prepare a room within the interior of the home where the family can safely retreat during a home invasion or other terrorist threat and summon help.

Treatment of Biological Warfare Agent Casualties PDF File courtesy of Survival Primer website. Thanks, Paul! The daddy of all BioWarfare manuals.

Diseases | Emergency Preparedness & Response CDC Information site.

Invasive Threats to the American Homeland by ROBERT J. PRATT; From Parameters, Spring 2004, pp. 44-61.: Before 11 September 2001, when American leaders prepared for war they envisioned enemies using bombs, tanks, guns, military force, and other traditional armaments. The attacks on that fateful day forever changed the way the United States and the world would view the nature of war. Using four hijacked commercial jetliners, terrorists attacked the United States, killing some 3,000 men and women. This surprise attack was not a symmetric attack, but an asymmetric one. Furthermore, a non-state entity conducted this attack at a relatively low cost of under $500,000.1 However, that may have been just the beginning. The success of the attack, and the devastation inflicted on the nation at a relatively low cost, will doubtless inspire our adversaries to continue to employ asymmetric methods to threaten and weaken the United States. Among those methods may be the introduction of an invasive species, a disease pathogen, or some other biological threat.

Bioterrorism : Secrets for Survival By Duncan Long (co-authored by S. Spencer Jones) Today American citizens are in grave danger. The danger comes from hi-tech terrorists who may soon claim the lives of not hundreds or even thousands but millions of innocent men, women and children in the US and elsewhere around the world.

Bioterrorism : Secrets for Surviving the Coming Terrorist Germ Warfare Attacks on U.S. Cities By Duncan Long (co-authored by S. Spencer Jones) A Frightening Interview With Former CIA Microbiologist Larry Harris - “In the very near future we can almost certainly expect biological weapons to be used by various terrorist organizations. This makes it imperative that the citizens of North America obtain the necessary knowledge and skills to protect themselves against this emerging threat.”

Ataxia: The Chemical and Biological Terrorism Threat and the US Response. Stimson Center Report No. 35. A comprehensive study that examines the many facets of the unconventional terrorism issue in the United States.

Personal Protection and Chemical or Biological Terrorism

Keeping UAVs Out Of Terrorists’ Hands: Success for a Ploughshares Fund grantee working to tighten controls over access to pilotless aircraft capable of delivering nuclear, chemical and biological weapons. After 9/11 it became clear that the easy availability of unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) and cruise missiles represents one of the greatest risks of terrorist attack on the U.S. homeland. UAVs can fly low to the ground and evade detection by radar; they can be armed with nuclear, biological or chemical weapons; they are relatively inexpensive to purchase; and kits available on the market can readily convert small private aircraft into pilotless, remote-controlled vehicles.

NBC Survival tips: the use of activated charcoal - A brief explanation about the use of activated charcoal filters.

Combat survival tips: devastating warfare - Keep an eye on chemical and biological warfare.

Making an “At Home” Shelter: There are many things a person can do at home, in the event of a nuclear or Biological attack on the United States. One of the best things is to just stay at home, for at least a month.

Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002 [PDF]

The Dark Winter exercise portrayed a FICTIONAL scenario depicting a covert smallpox attack on US citizens. The scenario is set in three successive National Security Council (NSC) meetings (Segments 1,2 and 3) which take place over a period of 14 days. Former senior government officials played the roles of NSC members responding to the evolving epidemic; representatives from the media were among the observers of these mock NSC meetings and played journalists during the scenario’s press conferences (see Participant List). The exercise itself was held at Andrews Air Force Base, Washington, D.C. on June 22-23, 2001. The Dark Winter exercise was the collaborative effort of four organizations. John Hamre of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) initiated and conceived of an exercise wherein senior former officials would respond to a bioterrorist induced national security crisis. Tara O’Toole and Tom Inglesby of the Johns Hopkins Center for Civilian Biodefense Studies and Randy Larsen and Mark DeMier of Analytic Services Inc. (ANSER) were the principal designers, authors and controllers of Dark Winter. Sue Reingold of CSIS managed administrative and logistical arrangements. General Dennis Reimer of the Memorial Institute for the Prevention of Terrorism (MIPT) provided funding for Dark Winter.

Chemical-Biological Terrorism and Its Impact on Children: A Subject Review. Committee on Environmental Health and Committee on Infectious Diseases PEDIATRICS Vol. 105 No. 3 March 2000, pp. 662-670. This statement reviews key aspects of chemical-biological agents, the consequences of their use, the potential impact of a chemical-biological attack on children, and issues to consider in disaster planning and management for pediatric patients.

Chem/Bio Terrorism Provides information and resources regarding the weapons associated with WMD terrorism, and the measures the US government is taking to prepare and defend against it

Gas Mask recommendations On October 4, 2001 Joel was interviewed the Coast to Coast AM radio show. He was asked about preparing for Biological Terrorist Attacks. Here he summarizes his responses.

Buying A Gas Mask, and Other Considerations Several years ago, the U.S. government published a list of the top 120 cities most at risk for terrorism. While this Domestic Preparedness web site is still active, it is now closed off to the public, accessible only by password. This list might help you decide how much preparedness you feel is necessary. Excellent article (as usual) from Noah’s Ark website.

Words of Wisdom About Gas, Germs, and Nukes By SFC Red Thomas, Armor Master Gunner - U.S. Army (Ret) 10.19.01. Since the media have decided to scare everyone with predictions of chemical, biological, or nuclear warfare on our turf I decided to write a paper and keep things in their proper perspective. I am a retired military weapons, munitions, and training expert.

Interim Recommendations for Selection/Use of Protective Clothing - CDC.gov The approach to any potentially hazardous atmosphere, including biological hazards, must be made with a plan that includes an assessment of hazard and exposure potential, respiratory protection needs, entry conditions, exit routes, and decontamination strategies. Any plan involving a biological hazard should be based on relevant infectious disease or biological safety recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other expert bodies including emergency first responders, law enforcement, and public health officials. The need for decontamination and for treatment of all first responders with antibiotics or other medications should be decided in consultation with local public health authorities.

How Gas Masks Work Any time there is a threat of biological or chemical attack, the first thing you hear about is gas masks. In this edition of HowStuffWorks, we will look at the technology behind gas masks so you can understand how they work, and when they won’t. (Watch out for POP UPS)

Sheltering In Place greenspun.com RedCross.org Israel Defense Forces
avertdisasters.org airsource-one.com IDF (FAQ) nicsinfo.org
Got your plastic sheeting & duct tape? The above sites will tell you what to do with it. Actually, to a greater or lesser extent, each of these sites provides much more info for those caught in a bad situation with no place to go. The IDF site is, in my opinion, the most extensive and provides the best info.

Health Service Support in an NBC Environment The purpose of this manual is to provide doctrine and tactics, techniques, and procedures for medical units and personnel operating in a nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) environment. This manual is intended for all echelons of health service support (HSS). It discusses the operational aspects of the following HSS activities: Medical treatment, medical evacuation, health service logistics, combat stress control, and preventive medicine, veterinary, dental, and medical laboratory services. FM 8-10-7. HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY. Washington, DC, 22 April 1993

Video: “The History of Bioterrorism” Describes the role of Category A agents—such as plague —as weapons of bioterrorism

Bio-Terror Survival Pretty good article centering on anthrax and small pox. Cheesy site, too much advertising, but no pop-ups.

United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID):

U.S. Department of State Fact Sheets on Chemical-Biological Warfare

Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness & WMD Civil Support Teams The Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program began in FY97 to train first responders — fire, police, and emergency medical technicians — in 120 of the largest cities in the country. Recently, the 120 cities that were designated recipients of Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program have been expanded and amended to a mixture of 157 cities and counties to replace the original 120 cities.

USFA - HAZMAT Guide for First Responders, 1999 The resources on this page will assist First Responders in safely responding to a hazardous materials incident. Resources are also provided for personnel who will assume the Incident Commander role in hazardous materials emergencies above the initial response.

Dr. Kanatjan Alibekov (Ken Alibek) “Plague War” on PBS’s Frontline, aired October 13, 1998

The Wonderful World of Diseases website is about more than just diseases: it covers many other “human conditions” that plague and intrigue us.

Identifying Chemical and Biological Agents Learn the characteristics of these substances and their effects. Chemical/biological agents are defined as toxic substances, pathogens or toxins that are used to kill or incapacitate people, animals or plants, or to damage equipment. The use of these agents dates as far back as 429 B.C. when the Spartans ignited pitch and sulphur creating toxic vapors in the Peloponnesian War. This article discusses the types of chemical and biological agents and their effects. See also: Chemical Agents Chart (.pdf) requires Adobe Acrobat.

#227- Tutorial: Chemical and Biological Agents Chemical and biological (CB) agents pose a threat to U.S. and allied military forces. Unfortunately, what strictly used to be a military risk has now become a concern to the civilian population—brought about by terrorist groups and other factions with developed CB capabilities. As a result, national, state and local authorities have initiated domestic preparedness against CB terrorism. Although the probability of a terrorist CB attack is low, it’s important to have an understanding of the potentially devastating and far-reaching effects of these agents.

Positive test for terror toxins in Iraq SARGAT, Iraq, April 4 — MSNBC.com tests reveal evidence of the deadly toxins ricin and botulinum at a laboratory in a remote mountain region of northern Iraq allegedly used as a terrorist training camp by Islamic militants with ties to the al-Qaida terrorist network. The U.S. Central Intelligence Agency is conducting its own tests at the same area, but has not yet released the results, according to officials in northern Iraq.

Is nation ready for botulinum attack? Experts fear trouble ahead (CNN.com) WASHINGTON (AP) — Easy to find and easy to produce, botulinum toxin is the most poisonous natural substance on Earth. In the hands of a bioterrorist, a single gram — the weight of a paper clip — could kill more than 1 million people.

Botulinum Toxin as a Biological Weapon: Medical & Public Health Management An aerosolized or foodborne botulinum toxin weapon would cause acute symmetric, descending flaccid paralysis with prominent bulbar palsies such as diplopia, dysarthria, dysphonia, and dysphagia that would typically present 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Effective response to a deliberate release of botulinum toxin will depend on timely clinical diagnosis, case reporting, and epidemiological investigation. Persons potentially exposed to botulinum toxin should be closely observed, and those with signs of botulism require prompt treatment with antitoxin and supportive care that may include assisted ventilation for weeks or months. Treatment with antitoxin should not be delayed for microbiological testing.

Consensus Statement: Plague as a Biological Weapon: Medical & Public Health Management JAMA 2000;283(17):2281-2290.

Recognition of Illness Associated with the Intentional Release of a Biologic Agent MMWR 2001 Oct 19;50(41):893-897.

Smallpox as a Biological Weapon: Medical & Public Health Management
[JAMA 281(22),1999]

Smallpox: An Attack Scenario by Tara O’Toole Emerging Infectious Diseases. Jul-Aug 1999; (5)4 Scenario conducted at the First National Symposium on the Medical and Public Health Response to Bioterrorism, convened by the Center for Civilian Biodefense Studies in Crystal City, Virginia on February 16-17, 1999.

Smallpox as a Biological Weapon: Medical & Public Health Management by Donald A. Henderson, Thomas V. Inglesby, John G. Bartlett, Michael S. Ascher, Edward Eitzen, Peter B. Jahrling, Jerome Hauer, Marcelle Layton, Joseph McDade, Michael T. Osterholm, Tara O’Toole, Gerald Parker, Trish M. Perl, Philip K. Russell, Kevin Tonat for the Working Group on Civilian Biodefense JAMA. June 9, 1999; 281(22) Consensus recommendations from the Working Group on Civilian Biodefense outline protocols for dealing with a deliberate release of smallpox.

Tularemia as a Biological Weapon: Medical & Public Health Management [JAMA 285(21),2001]

Francisella tularensisis considered a potential bioterrorism agent. An aerosol release would be the most likely method and would result in a large number of pneumonia cases several weeks after exposure.

Why is there concern about tularemia as a bioweapon? Tularemia, in aerosol form, is considered a possible bioterrorist agent. Persons who inhale an infectious aerosol would likely experience severe respiratory illness. Any suspected cases of tularemia inhalation should be immediately reported to local and state health departments.

Vaccines in Civilian Defense Against Bioterrorism Philip K. Russell, Journal of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, No. 4, July - August 1999

Desk Reference on Vaccines & Immunity (Emphasizing Military Vaccination Programs), Office of the Secretary of Defense, U.S. Dept. of Defense, November 12, 1999

Anthrax Vaccine: Safety and Efficacy Issues, GAO Testimony GAO/T-NSIAD-00-48, October 12, 1999

Chemical and Biological Defense: DOD’s Evaluation of Improved Garment Materials (GAO/NSIAD-98-214) August 18, 1998

Gas Mask recommendations On October 4, 2001 Joel was interviewed the Coast to Coast AM radio show. He was asked about preparing for Biological Terrorist Attacks. Here he summarizes his responses.

Buying A Gas Mask, and Other Considerations Several years ago, the U.S. government published a list of the top 120 cities most at risk for terrorism. While this Domestic Preparedness web site is still active, it is now closed off to the public, accessible only by password. This list might help you decide how much preparedness you feel is necessary. Excellent article (as usual) from Noah’s Ark website.

Interim Recommendations for Selection/Use of Protective Clothing - CDC.gov The approach to any potentially hazardous atmosphere, including biological hazards, must be made with a plan that includes an assessment of hazard and exposure potential, respiratory protection needs, entry conditions, exit routes, and decontamination strategies. Any plan involving a biological hazard should be based on relevant infectious disease or biological safety recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other expert bodies including emergency first responders, law enforcement, and public health officials. The need for decontamination and for treatment of all first responders with antibiotics or other medications should be decided in consultation with local public health authorities.

How Gas Masks Work Any time there is a threat of biological or chemical attack, the first thing you hear about is gas masks. In this edition of HowStuffWorks, we will look at the technology behind gas masks so you can understand how they work, and when they won’t. (Watch out for POP UPS)

Anthrax Exposure with Personal Protective Equipment On October 31, 2001 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its October 24th official health advisory for mail handlers. This revision, entitled “CDC Interim Recommendations for Protecting Workers from Exposure to Bacillus anthracis in Work Sites Where Mail Is Handled or Processed,” along with the CDC’s “Interim Recommendations for Firefighters and Other First Responders for the Selection and Use of Protective Clothing and Respirators Against Biological Agents,” released on October 25, 2001, represents the most recent information available on appropriate PPE for Anthrax. This article summarizes these two recent CDC advisories and contains other PPE related information and links on Anthrax that Lab Safety Supply’s Technical Services Department has discovered.

Interim Recommendations for the Selection and Use of Protective Clothing and Respirators Against Biological Agents The approach to any potentially hazardous atmosphere, including biological hazards, must be made with a plan that includes an assessment of hazard and exposure potential, respiratory protection needs, entry conditions, exit routes, and decontamination strategies. Any plan involving a biological hazard should be based on relevant infectious disease or biological safety recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other expert bodies including emergency first responders, law enforcement, and public health officials. The need for decontamination and for treatment of all first responders with antibiotics or other medications should be decided in consultation with local public health authorities. This INTERIM STATEMENT is based on current understanding of the potential threats and existing recommendations issued for biological aerosols.

Potential Biological Weapons Threats Mark G. Kortepeter and Gerald W. Parker. U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, Fort Detrick, Maryland, USA. The list of agents that could pose the greatest public health risk in the event of a bioterrorist attack is short. However, although short, the list includes agents that, if acquired and properly disseminated, could cause a difficult public health challenge in terms of our ability to limit the numbers of casualties and control the damage to our cities and nation.

WMD Capabilities Overview If the United States starts military actions against either Afghanistan or Iraq, its forces will be operating in a region of the world where many countries have weapons of mass destruction (WMD), or are seeking to develop them. This section provides an overview of the WMD capabilities of key countries in these regions. For details on Iraqi WMD capabilities and the capabilities of other Middle Eastern states please see the Weapons of Mass Destruction in the Middle East section.

Emerging Infectious Diseases, Special Issue on Bioterrorism Vol. 5, No. 4 (July-Aug. 1999)

Agro Terrorism - Chronology of Attacks & Incidents This list includes allegations and threats, along with confirmed incidents of deliberate use of chemical/biological weapons to destroy pre-harvest crops or livestock, in order to cause economic damage. See also: State Programs The chart includes states that have developed or are suspected of developing biological agents with anti-livestock or anti-crop properties and Resources Links to Agro-terror related resources.

Epidemiology of Bioterrorism Julie A. Pavlin, Journal of Emerging Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, No. 4 (July-Aug. 1999)

Treatment of Biological Warfare Agent Casualties The daddy of all BioWarfare manuals from the Virtual Naval Hospital.

Keeping the Lid on Germ Warfare Jane’s Defense Weekly, May 1, 1998

Large-Scale Quarantine Following Biological Terrorism in the United States: Scientific Examination, Logistic and Legal Limits, and Possible Consequences by Joseph Barbera, Anthony Macintyre, Larry Gostin, Thomas V. Inglesby, Tara O’Toole, Craig DeAtley, Kevin Tonat, Marci Layton JAMA. Dec 5, 2001; 286(21) Argues that large-scale quarantine should not be considered a primary public health strategy and examines the logistical and legal challenges posed by such measures.
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If you own or intend to purchase one of these masks, YOU WILL have NO protection against ANY form of attack. They offer NO protection against: NBC -Nuclear, Biological, or Chemical agents. Many offer NO protection against even tear gas! Also old, (even sealed) filters may become toxic

MASK: Russian/German M-10-M Protective Mask
STATUS: INEFFECTIVE 100% obsolete
DETAILS: Very old model. This type of protective mask should NEVER be used for protecting against any NBC warfare agents.
USAGE: Designed ONLY for protection against tear-gas.
(These will most likely not provide this protection as they
are ALL more than 20 years expired)

MASK: Russian M41 Aardvark Protective Mask
STATUS: INEFFECTIVE 100% obsolete
DETAILS: Complete waste of money. These Russian masks are a triumph in the world of completely useless gas masks, possibly the worst mask still being sold by unscrupulous surplus stores & internet vendors.
USAGE: Russian / Outdated (over 20-30 years old) could be used as a Halloween costume or conversation piece but it will provide 0% protection.

MASK: Russian SMS Snorkel Protective Mask
STATUS: INEFFECTIVE 100% obsolete
DETAILS: Complete waste of money. These Russian masks are another triumph in the world of completely useless gas masks, possibly the worst mask still being sold by unscrupulous surplus stores & Internet vendors.
USAGE: Russian/ Outdated (over 20-30 years old) could be used as a Halloween costume or conversation piece but it will provide 0% protection.

MASK: M9 or M9A1 Protective Masks
STATUS: OBSOLETE/ineffective (made in the 50’s)
Details: Uses a 60 mm threaded filter which is very hard to find with a modern & effective filter.
USAGE: Tear Gas, Not used since 1960’s, these will provide NO protection, as they are 40+ years
Links not reviewed

Biological Diseases & Chemical Agents - CDC.gov
Biological Warfare Agents (Partial List) - fas.org
Terrorism Awareness: Weapons Of Mass Destruction - ispub.com
Examples for potential bioweapon agents - sunshine-project.org
Biological Agents - wmdfirstresponders.com
History of Biological Weapons - wmdfirstresponders.com
Anthrax General Information - CDC.gov
Anthrax info - BT.CDC.gov
Anthrax Vaccine Imunization Program - Offical DoD Anthrax Information
Smallpox:Homepage - seercom.com
Smallpox: Clinical and Epidemiologic Features - CDC.gov
The Quick-Ref Table of Bio-Chem Warfare - pipeline.com
The Quick-Ref Table of Bio-Chem Warfare
Books, Magazines, Etc.
Books & Articles Listed on “Questia - the OnLine Library”
America’s Struggle with Chemical-Biological Warfare by Albert J. Mauroni. 293 pgs.
Caging the Genies: A Workable Solution for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Weapons by Stansfield Turner. 190 pgs.
Non-Conventional-Weapons Proliferation in the Middle East: Tackling the Spread of Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Capabilities by Efraim Karsh, Martin S. Navias, Philip Sabin. 302 pgs.
Iraq and the War of Sanctions: Conventional Threats and Weapons of Mass Destruction by Anthony H. Cordesman. 688 pgs.
Nonmilitary Defense: Chemical and Biological Defenses in Perspective. A Collection of Papers Comprising the Symposium on Nonmilitary Defense Book by American Chemical Society, 1960
Click here for more books and articles on biochemical warfare (Be prepared for ALOT)

[ricin was found in the U.S. and in England this week, all made up and ready to use. I don’t have the U.S. report link at hand, a mans wife reported it to the police when she found it....granny]

[snipped from Jeffrey Imm news headlines]

Against Racial Supremacism:

(U.S.) Guardian reports on Daniel Cowart and Paul Schlesselman plot against black Americans,
including Barack Obama
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jun/06/barack-obama-racism-assassination
— See previous R.E.A.L. reports on this:
— Tennessee: Updated News Reports on Court Proceedings Against Daniel Cowart and
Paul Schlesselman in Terrorist Plot Against Obama and Black Americans
http://www.realcourage.org/2009/04/tennessee_terror_update/
— Other R.E.A.L. reports:
http://www.realcourage.org/2009/04/april-court-dates/
http://www.realcourage.org/2009/04/trial-charges-remain/

(UK) Man and teenage son held after ricin found
— Ian and Nicky Davison suspected of white supremacist poison plot
— Durham’s assistant chief constable: “We believe the people involved to be white supremacist
extremists and one of our lines of inquiry was that they were going to target people from ethnic minorities.
White supremacists seem to hate an awful lot of people.”
— “White supremacist fears as police discover deadly poison in anti-terrorist raid at
house in Burnopfield, County Durham”
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article6444213.ece

Against Totalitarianism News:

(Communist China) Tiananmen Square: Former Activists Still Hoping the Truth Will Emerge
http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,628387,00.html

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Found a good “Terrorist Chemical Attacks” link? Let Us Know!

A pilot clinical trial of a recombinant ricin vaccine in normal humans Ricin, a highly potent toxin produced by castor beans, is classified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as a level B biothreat because it is easily produced, readily available, and highly stable. There have been >750 cases of documented ricin intoxication in humans. There is no approved vaccine for ricin.

Ricin poisoning- a comprehensive review The recent discoveries of ricin, a deadly biologic toxin, at a South Carolina postal facility, a White House mail facility, and a US senator’s office has raised concerns among public health officials, physicians, and citizens. Ricinis one of the most potent and lethal substances known, particularly when inhaled. The ease with which the native plant (Ricinus communis) can be obtained and the toxin extracted makes ricinan attractive weapon.

Chemical attack warfare agents, industrial chemicals and toxins New fact sheet from NAS/HHS program News & Terrorism: Communicating in a Crisis.

Facts about Personal Cleaning and Disposal of Contaminated Clothing Some kinds of chemical accidents or attacks may cause you to come in contact with dangerous chemicals. Coming in contact with a dangerous chemical may make it necessary for you to remove and dispose of your clothing right away and then wash yourself. Removing your clothing and washing your body will reduce or remove the chemical so that it is no longer a hazard. This process is called decontamination. Article for industry - protocol for everyone...

Biomonitoring for chemical warfare agents [PDF] This report, which will be updated as necessary, presents a means of assessing the relative threat from terrorist-use of individual chemical, biological, and toxin agents. It focuses on small-scale, targeted chemical and biological attacks, rather than mass-casualty attacks. The framework considers the elements of access, public health impact, medical treatment, prophylaxis, and dissemination. Other factors that may affect potential use by terrorists include the range of lethality, covert employment of an agent, and the availability of dual-use technologies.

Recognition of Illness Associated with Chemical Exposure [Webcast with html script & PDF Slide Show] The goal of this program is to increase the likelihood that physicians and public health professionals will recognize chemical-release-related illness so that public health authorities can implement the appropriate emergency response and public health actions. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be able to describe: Epidemiologic clues that might suggest the covert release of a chemical agent and . . .the importance of reporting and surveillance in recognizing outbreaks of illness resulting from exposure to chemicals and toxins.

Chemical Terrorism Wall Chart The purpose of the chart is for display for medical personnel in emergency rooms, urgent care centers, physicians’ offices, and other primary care first responders. The chart presents a concise summary of signs and symptoms to assist with early recognition and alert healthcare workers of the potential for chemical terrorism agents. Once a chemical terrorism agent is suspected, the healthcare worker will need to consult more in-depth resources. A Bioterrorism Agents Wall Chart is also available.

Chemical agents [PDF]

Combat survival tips: devastating warfare - Keep an eye on chemical and biological warfare.

Chemical weapons - Combat survival tips: chemical weapons: Overview.

Making an “At Home” Shelter: There are many things a person can do at home, in the event of a nuclear or Biological attack on the United States. One of the best things is to just stay at home, for at least a month.

NBC Survival tips: the use of activated charcoal - A brief explanation about the use of activated charcoal filters.

Environmental Data Pages - Industrial Chemicals and Terrorism Industrial chemicals have been used by terrorists as improvised explosives, incendiaries and poisons in several recent incidents. While the improvised chemical agents may be less toxic than military agents, many are perceived by the public to be highly dangerous; they have rapid, highly visible impacts on health; they are accessible; and they can be dispersed by smoke, gas clouds, or food and medicine distribution networks.

Chem/Bio Terrorism Provides information and resources regarding the weapons associated with WMD terrorism, and the measures the US government is taking to prepare and defend against it

Gas Mask recommendations On October 4, 2001 Joel was interviewed the Coast to Coast AM radio show. He was asked about preparing for Biological Terrorist Attacks. Here he summarizes his responses.

Buying A Gas Mask, and Other Considerations Several years ago, the U.S. government published a list of the top 120 cities most at risk for terrorism. While this Domestic Preparedness web site is still active, it is now closed off to the public, accessible only by password. This list might help you decide how much preparedness you feel is necessary. Excellent article (as usual) from Noah’s Ark website.

Words of Wisdom About Gas, Germs, and Nukes By SFC Red Thomas, Armor Master Gunner - U.S. Army (Ret) 10.19.01. Since the media have decided to scare everyone with predictions of chemical, biological, or nuclear warfare on our turf I decided to write a paper and keep things in their proper perspective. I am a retired military weapons, munitions, and training expert.

Interim Recommendations for Selection/Use of Protective Clothing - CDC.gov The approach to any potentially hazardous atmosphere, including biological hazards, must be made with a plan that includes an assessment of hazard and exposure potential, respiratory protection needs, entry conditions, exit routes, and decontamination strategies. Any plan involving a biological hazard should be based on relevant infectious disease or biological safety recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other expert bodies including emergency first responders, law enforcement, and public health officials. The need for decontamination and for treatment of all first responders with antibiotics or other medications should be decided in consultation with local public health authorities.

How Gas Masks Work Any time there is a threat of biological or chemical attack, the first thing you hear about is gas masks. In this edition of HowStuffWorks, we will look at the technology behind gas masks so you can understand how they work, and when they won’t. (Watch out for POP UPS)
Sheltering In Place greenspun.com RedCross.org Israel Defense Forces
avertdisasters.org airsource-one.com Israel Defense Forces (FAQ) nicsinfo.org
Got your plastic sheeting & duct tape? The above sites will tell you what to do with it. Actually, to a greater or lesser extent, each of these sites provides much more info for those caught in a bad situation with no place to go. The IDF site is, in my opinion, the most extensive and provides the best info.

Health Service Support in an NBC Environment The purpose of this manual is to provide doctrine and tactics, techniques, and procedures for medical units and personnel operating in a nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) environment. This manual is intended for all echelons of health service support (HSS). It discusses the operational aspects of the following HSS activities: Medical treatment, medical evacuation, health service logistics, combat stress control, and preventive medicine, veterinary, dental, and medical laboratory services. FM 8-10-7. HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY. Washington, DC, 22 April 1993

U.S. Department of State Fact Sheets on Chemical-Biological Warfare

Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness & WMD Civil Support Teams The Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program began in FY97 to train first responders — fire, police, and emergency medical technicians — in 120 of the largest cities in the country. Recently, the 120 cities that were designated recipients of Nunn-Lugar-Domenici Domestic Preparedness Program have been expanded and amended to a mixture of 157 cities and counties to replace the original 120 cities.

USFA - HAZMAT Guide for First Responders, 1999 The resources on this page will assist First Responders in safely responding to a hazardous materials incident. Resources are also provided for personnel who will assume the Incident Commander role in hazardous materials emergencies above the initial response.

Identifying Chemical and Biological Agents Learn the characteristics of these substances and their effects. Chemical/biological agents are defined as toxic substances, pathogens or toxins that are used to kill or incapacitate people, animals or plants, or to damage equipment. The use of these agents dates as far back as 429 B.C. when the Spartans ignited pitch and sulphur creating toxic vapors in the Peloponnesian War. This article discusses the types of chemical and biological agents and their effects. See also: Chemical Agents Chart (.pdf) requires Adobe Acrobat.

#227- Tutorial: Chemical and Biological Agents Chemical and biological (CB) agents pose a threat to U.S. and allied military forces. Unfortunately, what strictly used to be a military risk has now become a concern to the civilian population—brought about by terrorist groups and other factions with developed CB capabilities. As a result, national, state and local authorities have initiated domestic preparedness against CB terrorism. Although the probability of a terrorist CB attack is low, it’s important to have an understanding of the potentially devastating and far-reaching effects of these agents.

The Poor Man’s Nukes The following is a paper related to PSI TECH’s special 911 project on the future of terrorism. The information presented, though based on Technical Remote Viewing data, is the author’s personal speculation.

Bio-terror: ‘Poor man’s nuke’: WorldNetDaily columnist and talk-show host Geoff Metcalf recently interviewed Col. Gerald Schumacher — a retired Army officer who had worked on biological and chemical weapons early-detection systems for the Army during the Gulf War — about the threat of biological weapons of mass destruction, what has traditionally been called “the poor man’s nuke.”

Dispersal of Chemical Warfare Agents: Influence of Weather, Terrain and Buildings Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons, Source: A FOA Briefing Book on Chemical Weapons

Chemical Warfare Agents SIPRI fact sheets

Guidelines for Mass Casualty Decontamination During a Terrorist Chemical Agent Incident U.S. Army Soldier & Biological Chemical Command, January 2000 PDF File courtesy of Survival Primer Website. Thanks, Paul!

list continues.....

http://www.king5.com/localnews/stories/NW_060409WAB-ricin-everett-KS.4b44591f.html

Ricin scare prompts Hazmat response

07:03 PM PDT on Thursday, June 4, 2009

By KING5.com Staff

Video: Ricin scare prompts Hazmat response in Everett

You are so easy to lead astray.

Please, have one for me, too.

I feel so cheap ... ;^)

Thanks for the play by play canning lesson. I’m hoping to give it whirl soon. I have contacted the company about replacement parts and will have to wait to hear back and place my order. Once I have it ready to go, I’m thinking I’ll try it out on soup or something else. Our garden is in and just about everything is up, but the weather has been pretty funky. One day 70’s then more rain and 60’s. The cool weather stuff probably won’t mind since it went in late, but I’m thinking the tomatoes, peppers, & cukes won’t like the cool weather as much for growing. It will probably be another month before anything is ready to harvest. I’d like to try it out a time or two before I have a bunch to can from the garden.

BTW, I got a call about the canning jars. Sounds like they have 7 doz. qt. jars and some partial boxes of lids and rings. I am going to look at them this week and make an offer.

From another thread - ExSoldier offers some excellent advice:

This list is posted over at the Threat Matrix thread here on FR but it represents my ideal ABOB:
Being Prepared to Survive on Your Own

With the threat of catastrophic terror attacks on US soil, and with the help of other survival instructors the below is a list of actions to take and supplies to have on hand to help us survive the next hit.

Pre Event Actions:

1. Learn about the natural disasters that could occur in your community from your local emergency management office or American Red Cross chapter. Learn whether hazardous materials are produced, stored or transported near your area. Learn about possible consequences of deliberate acts of terror. Ask how to prepare for each potential emergency and how to respond.

2. Talk with employers and school officials about their emergency response plans.

3. Talk with your household about potential emergencies and how to respond to each. Talk about what you would need to do in an evacuation. If someone in the family has a critical job, expect them to be gone.

4. Plan how your household would stay in contact if you were separated. Identify two meeting places: the first should be near your home—in case of fire, perhaps a tree or a telephone pole; the second should be away from your neighborhood in case you cannot return home.

5. Pick a friend or relative who lives out of the area for household members to call to say they are okay.

6. Draw a floor plan of your home. Mark two escape routes from each room.

7. Post emergency telephone numbers by telephones. Teach children how and when to call 911.

8. Make sure everyone in your household knows how and when to shut off water, gas, and electricity at the main switches. Consult with your local utilities if you have questions.

9. Take a first aid and CPR class. Local American Red Cross chapters can provide information. Official certification by the American Red Cross provides “good Samaritan” law protection for those giving first aid.

10. Reduce the economic impact of disaster on your property and your household’s health and financial well-being:

Review property insurance policies before disaster strikes – make sure policies are current and be certain they meet your needs (type of coverage, amount of coverage, and hazards covered – flood, earthquake, etc.)

Protect your household’s financial well-being before a disaster strikes— review life insurance policies and consider saving money in an “emergency” savings account that could be used in any crisis. It is advisable to keep a small amount of cash or traveler’s checks at home in a safe place where you can quickly gain access to it in case of an evacuation.

Be certain that health insurance policies are current and meet the needs of your household.

11. Consider ways to help neighbors who may need special assistance, such as the elderly or the disabled.

12. Make arrangements for pets. Pets are not allowed in public shelters. Service animals for those who depend on them are allowed.

13. Ensure all immunizations are up-to-date. If we are hit with true mass causality event, the bodies may lie around for days or weeks. Rotting corpses will cause disease outbreaks.

14. If you have a disability or special need, you may have to take additional steps to protect yourself and your household in an emergency. If you know of friends or neighbors with special needs, help them with these extra precautions. Hearing impaired may need to make special arrangements to receive warning. Mobility impaired may need assistance in getting to a shelter. Households with a single working parent may need help from others both in planning for disasters and during an emergency. People without vehicles may need to make arrangements for transportation. People with special dietary needs should have an adequate emergency food supply. Find out about special assistance that may be available in your community. Register with the office of emergency services or fire department for assistance, so needed help can be provided quickly in an emergency.

15. Create a network of neighbors, relatives, friends and co-workers to aid you in an emergency. Discuss your needs and make sure they know how to operate necessary equipment.

16. If you are mobility impaired and live or work in a high-rise building, have an escape chair. If you live in an apartment building, ask the management to mark accessible exits clearly and to make arrangements to help you evacuate the building. Keep extra wheelchair batteries, oxygen, catheters, medication, food for guide or hearing-ear dogs, or other items you might need. Also, keep a list of the type and serial numbers of medical devices you need.

17. Those who are not disabled should learn who in their neighborhood or building is disabled so that they may assist them during emergencies. If you are a care-giver for a person with special needs, make sure you have a plan to communicate if an emergency occurs.

Preparedness Overview:

You may need to survive on your own for three days or more. This means having your own water, food and emergency supplies. Try using backpacks or duffel bags to keep the supplies together. Assembling the supplies you might need following a disaster is an important part of your disaster plan. You should prepare emergency supplies for the following situations:

A disaster supply kit with essential food, water, and supplies for at least three days—this kit should be kept in a designated place and be ready to “grab and go” in case you have to leave your home quickly because of a disaster, such as a flash flood or major chemical emergency. Make sure all household members know where the kit is kept.

Consider having additional supplies for sheltering or home confinement for up to four weeks.

You should also have a disaster supply kit at work. This should be in one container, ready to “grab and go” in case you have to evacuate the building. Remember to have a comfortable pair of shoes in case you need to walk long distances.

A car kit of emergency supplies, including food and water, to keep stored in your car at all times. This kit would also include flares, jumper cables, and seasonal supplies.

Stockpiling Water Safely

Stocking water reserves should be a top priority. Drinking water in emergency situations should not be rationed. Therefore, it is critical to store adequate amounts of water for your household. Individual needs vary, depending on age, physical condition, activity, diet, and climate. A normally active person needs at least two quarts of water daily just for drinking. Children, nursing mothers, and ill people need more. Very hot temperatures can double the amount of water needed. Because you will also need water for sanitary purposes and, possibly, for cooking, you should store at least one gallon of water per person per day.

Store water in thoroughly washed plastic, fiberglass or enamel-lined metal containers. Don’t use containers that can break, such as glass bottles. Never use a container that has held toxic substances. Sound plastic containers, such as soft drink bottles, are best. You can also purchase food grade plastic buckets or drums. Containers for water should be rinsed with a diluted bleach solution (one part bleach to ten parts water) before use. Previously used bottles or other containers may be contaminated with microbes or chemicals. Do not rely on untested devices for decontaminating water.

If your water is treated commercially by a water utility, you do not need to treat water before storing it. Additional treatments of treated public water will not increase storage life. If you have a well or public water that has not been treated, follow the treatment instructions provided by your public health service or water provider. If you suspect that your well may be contaminated, contact your local or state health department or agriculture extension agent for specific advice.

Seal your water containers tightly, label them and store them in a cool, dark place. It is important to change stored water every six months.

Food:

If activity is reduced, healthy people can survive on half their usual food intake for an extended period or without any food for many days. Food, unlike water, may be rationed safely, except for children and pregnant women.

You don’t need to go out and buy unfamiliar foods to prepare an emergency food supply. You can use the canned foods, dry mixes and other staples on your cupboard shelves. Canned foods do not require cooking, water or special preparation. Be sure to include a manual can opener.

Keep canned foods in a dry place where the temperature is fairly cool. To protect boxed foods from pests and to extend their shelf life, store the food in tightly closed plastic or metal containers.

Replace items in your food supply every six months. Throw out any canned good that becomes swollen, dented, or corroded. Use foods before they go bad, and replace them with fresh supplies. Date each food item with a marker. Place new items at the back of the storage area and older ones in front.

Food items that you might consider including in your disaster supply kit include: ready-to-eat meats, fruits, and vegetables; canned or boxed juices, milk, and soup; high-energy foods like peanut butter, jelly, low-sodium crackers, granola bars, and trail mix; vitamins; foods for infants or persons on special diets; cookies, hard candy; instant coffee, cereals, and powdered milk.

Buy a box of MRE entrée’s – 72 packages of main course MRE meals and keep them at home. They will fee a familty of four for about a week. It’s no frills eating.

You may need to survive on your own after a disaster. Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it may take days. Basic services, such as electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment and telephones, may be cut off for days, even a week or longer. Or you may have to evacuate at a moment’s notice and take essentials with you.

You probably won’t have the opportunity to shop or search for the supplies you’ll need. Your household will cope best by preparing for disaster before it strikes.

First aid:
Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
Assorted sizes of safety pins
Isopropyl alcohol
Hydrogen peroxide
Antibiotic ointment
Latex gloves (2 pairs)
Petroleum jelly
2-inch and 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6 each size)
Triangular bandages(3)
2-inch and 3-inch sterile rolled bandages (3 rolls each)
Cotton balls
Scissors
Tweezers
Needle
Moistened towelettes
Antiseptic
Thermometer
Tongue depressor blades (2)
Tube of petroleum jelly or other lubricant
Sunscreen
Aspirin
Anti-diarrhea medication
Antacid
Tagamet
Decongestant
Cough Suppressant
Space Blanket
Mole Skin & Foam
Epi-pin
Snake Bite Kit

Tools:
A portable, battery-powered radio and extra batteries
Flashlight(3), extra bulbs(6) & batteries(12)
Oil Lamps (Hurricane)
Signal flare(6)
Candles
Matches
Lighters
Waterproof Matches
Magnesium Fire Starter
Paraffin
Leather-man Tool(2)
All Purpose Knife(2)
Duct tape
Scissors
Plastic sheeting
Whistle
Small canister, A-B-C-type fire extinguisher(2)
Compass(2)
Work gloves (2)
Paper, pens, and pencils
Needles and thread (2)
Wrist Watch
Honing Stone & Oil
Hatchet
Shovel

Kitchen items:
Manual can opener
Mess kit
Fork & Spoon
Knife
Frying Pan
Pots
Plastic Forks, Spoons, Knives
Heavy Duty Paper Plates
PUR Drinking Water System
Extra filters & batteries for PUR Water Filter
Water Bottles
Propane Stove
Propane Grill
Extra Case(s) Propane
Heavy Duty Tin Foil
Trioxane Stove
Trioxane Fuel
Sterno Fuel
ZipLoc bags (Lg & Sm)
Cooler

Food:
Vitamins
Summer Sausage
Beef Jerky
Slim Jim
Peanut Butter
Hard Candy
Freeze Dried Dinners
Canned Veggies
Canned Meats
Canned Soups & Stews
Bulk Flour
Bulk Grains (Wheat, etc.)
Coffee
Tea
Sugar
Salt & Pepper

Water:
(1 gal. per person per day)

Sanitation and hygiene items:
Washcloth and towel
Towelettes
Soap
Hand sanitizer
Liquid detergent
Tooth paste and toothbrushes
Shampoo
Deodorant
Feminine Supplies
Razor
Shaving cream
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Heavy-duty plastic garbage bags (to go potty in)
Toilet paper
Medium-sized plastic bucket with tight lid
Disinfectant
Chlorine bleach
Shovel (for a latrine)

Documents:
Personal identification
Cash
Emergency phone numbers
Maps of the area

Misc:
Extra pair of prescription glasses
Candles
Extra set of car & house keys
Reading material, books, etc.
Games for the kids

Clothing (no cotton):
Heavy, Waterproof Boots
Wool Socks
Rain gear
Hat w/ visor
Gloves
Sunglasses
Capelin Pants (4)
Wind pants
Polypro Shirt (2)(short sleeve)
Polortek Shirt (2)(Long sleeve)
Polartek Pants (2)
Polypro Boxers(5)
Gortex/Thinsulate Parka
Gortex/Thinsulate Bibs

Shelter:
Sleeping bag
Sleeping pad
Tent
Small Tarps
Large Tarp
Folding Chair
Nylon Cord __________

19 posted on Saturday, June 06, 2009 9:29:42 PM by ExSoldier (Democracy is 2 wolves and a lamb voting on dinner. Liberty is a well armed lamb contesting the vote.)
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To: redhead
Added to the list. Look forward to your wisdom and experiences.

I also store antibiotics that aren’t taken. Like if we get a chest cold and I know I know you are supposed to take them until gone, but sometimes I don’t. So I pile them into pill bottles and put them in the freezer. If needed, we have a big supply of antibiotics.

I’ve even not taken them at all and put a whole cycle in the freezer. Call me crazy, but I survived the illness and now I have antibiotics if necessary.

I’ve often wondered about the advisability of freezing medications, especially anti-biotics.

We never finish the course for sinus infections. Usually only two days and lots of liquids, Mucinex, saline spray, and kleenex works once we’ve got the infection knocked back to where the body can take over.

I never believed that taking the full course of anti-biotics actually eliminated every single last bacteria in your body anyway. It always seemed that unless you could be guaranteed that it would be gone, the longer you took them, the more anti-biotic resistant what was left became.