Threat Matrix: Daily Terror Threat - Thread SEVENTEEN

World Net Daily ^ | 8-10-04 | Paul Sperry

[JustPiper]

Credit: The Cabal

The title refers to a daily report given to the president of the United States detailing the most serious terrorist threats against the country. To tackle those threats, the government has formed a top-notch task force to infiltrate the terror cells and cut off the danger.

"Every morning, the president receives a list of the top ten terrorist threats - this list is known as the threat matrix."

We here at FR are trying to be in conjunction with the daily reports around the world that involve threats. We try to provide a storehouse of information that takes hours of research.

YOU be the Judge and get informed.


"I will never cower before any master nor bend to any threat."

Link to Thread Sixteen

With the nation on high alert for al-Qaida terrorists, the Department of Homeland Security is putting its border officers through "etiquette" classes to soften their image and make them less threatening to arriving foreign immigrants, WorldNetDaily has learned.

"God could not be everywhere and therefore he made mothers."
-- Jewish proverb

We are the "Stotters" who make ourselves aware of the
enemy who wishes to do us harm.




"What good are the color codes at all if we are suddenly hit with a bio or chem attack? There would be no warning and the danger would be instant."

"Code Red Implications
Code Red - Stay Home and Await Word."
by MamaDearest

Meet It!
Greet It!
Defeat It!

[JustPiper]

ping

[JustPiper]

Yeah!!!

[JustPiper]

Thank you for recording TM andmaking it so wonderfully knowledgable and easy!!!

[Cindy]

This thread has a very nice presenation and the headers are interesting and well formatted.

[JustPiper]

We thank you and I tellya I am posting an index right now for easy refrencing ;) Thank you for all your hard work also Cindy!

[JustPiper]

What is available on Threat Matrix:

{An index and Credits for The TM Homepage go to KINETIC and TheCabal, Links from Cindy}

And the very best gratitude to ALL TM'rs for what they contribute on a daily basis! We sure have grown!!!

* Banner Links to anything you could possibly need
* Summary thread for all prior TM threads
* Recommended Reading List of Invaluable Resources

* Please pay close attention FOLLOW THE RULES

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1188495/posts?page=2#2

* IMPORTANT: Things to Look Out For: Be Observant:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1188495/posts?page=3#3

* FROM THE FBI:

For your information, the Internet Tip Line (ITL)

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1188495/posts?page=4#4

* Terror alerts and you - 5 Tips: Dealing with terror alerts

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1188495/posts?page=5#5

* Welcome to the Border Patrol Home Page

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* Alert Tips!

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ExSoldier Invaluable Tips:
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Honestly; knak; Domestic Church; Don Joe; Labyrinthos; judicial meanz
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* NWCTWX and Godzilla Summaries

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1188495/posts?page=12#12

[JustPiper]

UNDIVIDED

A nation undivided,
By terror's bitter hand;
Resolved to not fall victim,
Together, we shall stand.

For freedom gives us courage,
To face each day anew;
And liberty still rings for us,
When we see red, white and blue.

Tho' tears may fall in sorrow,
And heart's break near and far;
The love we have for our fellow man,
Defines just who we are.

For we are a people of justice,
And justice will ring true;
For those who died, we remember them,
When we see red, white and blue.

And we are a people of honor;
Who won't fall to terror's hand;
A nation undivided,
Together, we shall stand.

TM Warriors!!!

1,235 posted on 08/04/2004 8:30:51 PM CDT by WestCoastGal

[JustPiper]

General description of vehicles to watch, re: Vehicle Bourne Improvised Explosive Devices.

To add to this post, from my own experience and observation, and this is something I have not seen mentioned anywhere:

Trucks and Vans used by Utility Companies, such as Gas, Electric, Phone, etc. tend to be virtually INVISIBLE. People don't notice them, cops don't notice them, etc. When was the last time you ever saw a service truck pulled over by a cop?

These trucks also generally have pretty free access to restricted areas, and most people wouldn't think it too strange to see one parked RIGHT NEXT TO A BUILDING!

A lot of these type of trucks also have a large capacity.

Please, people, don't think I'm giving the jihadis anything they haven't already thought of, and don't be fooled by trucks that "look" OK - LOGO DECALS CAN BE DUPLICATED!

Bottom Line - if something looks out of place - REPORT IT!

2,187 posted on 08/06/2004 11:31:18 AM CDT by

[JustPiper]

The official said the intelligence included security in and around these buildings; the flow of pedestrians; the best places for reconnaissance; how to make contact with employees who work in the buildings; the construction of the buildings; traffic patterns; locations of hospitals and police departments; and which days of the week present less security at these buildings.

To illustrate the level of detail obtained, the official cited these examples: midweek pedestrian traffic of 14 people per minute on each side of the street for a total of 28 people; that some explosives might not be hot enough to melt steel; and that the construction of some buildings might prevent them from falling down.

The official said he had not seen such extraordinary detail in his 24 years in intelligence work.

A White House spokeswoman, Erin Healy, said the intelligence on the threat is "very new, coming in during the last 72 hours."

"The president made the final decision today agreeing with the recommendation of Secretary Ridge to go ahead and raise the threat level in these select areas," Healy said.

This was the first time the color-coded warning system had been used in such a narrow, targeted way, Ridge said at a news conference at department headquarters.

"With this kind of information comes action," Ridge said. "This is sobering news."

This step will "bring protective resources to an even higher level" and alert industry employees to be extra vigilant, he said. Actions to tighten security around the five buildings he specifically named are under way, Ridge said.

He said workers at those buildings should get guidance from security officers at each site and remain alert as they go to work.

http://abcnews.go.com/wire/US/ap20040801_750.html
3,456 posted on 08/01/2004 1:59:48 PM CDT by Bethshaya

[JustPiper]

14 Sep 2002

Emergency Responder Awareness Advisory From FEMA/USFA

More Suspicious Activities at Fire Houses...

More suspicious activities at fire and emergency medical service departments have occurred. During the month of August, three engine companies of the St. Louis Fire Department reported incidents involving male subjects of "middle eastern" appearance who fled the scene when approached or questioned.

At one Engine Company the suspect was observed video taping the fire house. At another company the subject escaped after video taping the facility and the apparatus inside. At a third location the suspect entered the fire house and made inquiries regarding the size, floor space, and load capacity of the ambulance housed therein.

These recent events reinforce the necessity for all emergency response departments to remain vigilant for data collection by potential adversaries. They are reminders that all department personnel must fight complacency and remain ready to quickly stop unauthorized information gathering by the questions and filming of alleged visitors. Also, first responders should avoid sharing information with unknown individuals who communicate by telephone or electronic mail. Intelligence experts confirm that terrorists study the information they obtain to identify existing vulnerabilities and to plan their attacks accordingly.

Failure to prevent unsanctioned collection of details about the fire and emergency medical services may jeopardize the critical infrastructures upon which the protection of life and property depends. It is as important to avert as the theft of uniforms and vehicles used by emergency responders.

When a suspicious incident occurs such as the ones mentioned above, in addition to notifying the local authorities, the National Infrastructure Protection Center (NIPC) requests contact using the NIPC information seen at the bottom of this INFOGRAM. Notification of the NIPC will enable their specialists to attempt identification of the patterns, methods, and sources of past and future malicious actions directed against the critical infrastructures of emergency first responders. -- Go to the USFA CIP Report

Piper: found this on http://www.emergency.com/firepage.htm

3,836 posted on 08/02/2004 6:58:14 AM CDT by MWestMom

[JustPiper]

ping and Welcome to TM!!!

[Cindy]

Thanks JP.

[Cindy]

THE FOLLOWING TEXT IS AN EXACT QUOTE:

http://www.fbi.gov/page2/aug04/preventterror080204.htm

PREVENTING TERRORIST ATTACK:
How You Can Help.


08/02/04


This is a message that bears repeating, no matter where you live in the world: Your assistance is needed in preventing terrorist acts.


It's a fact that certain kinds of activities can indicate terrorist plans that are in the works, especially when they occur at or near high profile sites or places where large numbers of people gather--like government buildings, military facilities, utilities, bus or train stations, major public events. If you see or know about suspicious activities, like the ones listed below, please report them immediately to the proper authorities. In the United States, that means your closest Joint Terrorist Task Force, located in an FBI Field Office. In other countries, that means your closest law enforcement/counterterrorism agency.


Surveillance: Are you aware of anyone video recording or monitoring activities, taking notes, using cameras, maps, binoculars, etc., near key facilities/events?


Suspicious Questioning: Are you aware of anyone attempting to gain information in person, by phone, mail, email, etc., regarding a key facility or people who work there?


Tests of Security: Are you aware of any attempts to penetrate or test physical security or procedures at a key facility/event?


Acquiring Supplies: Are you aware of anyone attempting to improperly acquire explosives, weapons, ammunition, dangerous chemicals, uniforms, badges, flight manuals, access cards or identification for a key facility/event or to legally obtain items under suspicious circumstances that could be used in a terrorist attack?


Suspicious Persons: Are you aware of anyone who does not appear to belong in the workplace, neighborhood, business establishment or near a key facility/event?


"Dry Runs": Have you observed any behavior that appears to be preparation for a terrorist act, such as mapping out routes, playing out scenarios with other people, monitoring key facilities/events, timing traffic lights or traffic flow, or other suspicious activities?


Deploying Assets: Have you observed abandoned vehicles, stockpiling of suspicious materials, or persons being deployed near a key facility/event?


If you answered yes to any of the above...if you have observed any suspicious activity that may relate to terrorism...again, please contact the Joint Terrorist Task Force or law enforcement/counterterrorism agency closest to you immediately. Your tip could save the lives of innocent people, just like you and yours.


Link: FBI War on Terrorism

[JustPiper]

ANY UPDATES?!

Breaking - Muatada al-Sadr Captured
KVI 570 Radio ^ | 8-9-04 | David Glenn

Posted on 08/09/2004 6:40:03 PM CDT by NavyCanDo

I have just heard on KVI Talk Radio (John Carlson show) that they have just been told from a source on the ground in Iraq that al-Sadar has just been captured. They are waiting for more info. This person, I believe a soldier, John says is a very reliable source for news on the ground. Keeping my fingers crossed. John Carlson said he will provide more details as it comes in.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1188275/posts

[British chick]

Re August 19th...
I have a bad feeling about that date, because I have a dental appointment. Yikes.

[JustPiper]

Ping to new thread

[JustPiper]

Dead or Alive?

AL-SADR:
Radical cleric vows to fight
http://www.theunionleader.com/articles_showa.html?article=42017

Cleric vows to stay in Najaf
http://www.tribnet.com/news/story/5408613p-5344602c.html

[JustPiper]

GIs encircle Iraq holy sites

Cleric Sadr dashes peace hopes

Wire services
Aug. 10, 2004 12:00 AM

http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/0810iraq10a1.html

[JustPiper]

Iraqi Christian compound attacked
Assyrian facility in Baghdad hit with mortars

http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=39887

[JustPiper]

Feds: Copters, Limos May Be Terror Weapons

http://www.foxnews.com/printer_friendly_story/0,3566,128452,00.html