No, I think it's too keep the panic factor down. Imagine trying to give a SOTU address right after you cancelled the SuperBowl.
That may be. Like I said, it's unconfirmed (I trust my friend, but I don't expect anyone else to!).
But Red Cross doesn't prepare for police or military situations. They prepare for civilian situations.
Again, if there are any MI FReepers who work for the Red Cross and who can confirm (or DENY) this, we'd all be much obliged!