Threat Levels

Threat Level Information for Saturday, September 04, 2010:

• The Arizona threat level is Elevated, or Yellow.
• The United States government's national threat level is Elevated, or Yellow.
• For all domestic and international flights, the U.S. threat level is High, or Orange.

The Homeland Security Advisory System is designed to guide our protective measures when specific information to a particular sector or geographic region is received. It combines threat information with vulnerability assessments and provides communications to public safety officials and the public.

Citizen Guidance on the Homeland Security Advisory System

Guide provided by the Department of Homeland Security.

Risk of Attack	Recommended Actions for Citizens
	Develop a family emergency plan. Share it with family and friends, and practice the plan. Visit Ready.gov for help creating a plan. Create an "Emergency Supply Kit" for your household. Be informed. Visit Ready.gov or obtain a copy of "Preparing Makes Sense, Get Ready Now" by calling 1-800-BE-READY. Know how to shelter-in-place and how to turn off utilities (power, gas, and water) to your home. Examine volunteer opportunities in your community, such as Citizen Corps, Volunteers in Police Service, Neighborhood Watch or others, and donate your time. Consider completing an American Red Cross first aid or CPR course , or Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course .
	Complete recommended steps at level green. Review stored disaster supplies and replace items that are outdated. Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities.
	Complete recommended steps at levels green and blue. Ensure disaster supply kit is stocked and ready. Check telephone numbers in family emergency plan and update as necessary. Develop alternate routes to/from work or school and practice them. Continue to be alert for suspicious activity and report it to authorities.
	Complete recommended steps at lower levels. Exercise caution when traveling, pay attention to travel advisories. Review your family emergency plan and make sure all family members know what to do. Be Patient. Expect some delays, baggage searches and restrictions at public buildings. Check on neighbors or others that might need assistance in an emergency.
	Complete all recommended actions at lower levels. Listen to local emergency management officials. Stay tuned to TV or radio for current information/instructions. Be prepared to shelter-in-place or evacuate, as instructed. Expect traffic delays and restrictions. Provide volunteer services only as requested. Contact your school/business to determine the status of the work day.