[appalachian_dweller]

>> Someone on this thread said they're hearing a lot of public service announcements lately. FAR more than usual <<

That would be me. I've been seeing PSAs over the past 4 days to be prepared for disasters - natural or terrorist. What caught my attention (and betrayed their veil) is they urged folks to be ready to evac quickly (PSAs specifically said 'the first 15 minutes are the most critical' - kinda rules out hurricanes).

Another poster spoke specifically of urging the public to be aware of suspicious activity - was in the first 300 posts.

A_D

[Spunky]

"That would be me. I've been seeing PSAs over the past 4 days to be prepared for disasters - natural or terrorist."

LOL! From your profile page it appears you don't need to concern yourself with the PSAs for preparedness. Have you had this up there since you registered on 11-20-02?

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.

Then you have a big long list of all the supplies you need.

By the way what state are you in? And I did call my local Disaster Management Team to find out how to prepare after Katrina. :-)

[Brad’s Gramma]

Thank you....my prayers are with all of you, BIG time.