City of Wichita - Homeland Security Recommendations for Individuals and Families
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Recommendations for Individuals and Families

Risk of Attack Recommended Actions
SEVERE

Complete recommended actions at lower levels

  • Listen to radio or TV for current information and instructions

  • Contact business and or school to determine status of work and or school day

  • Adhere to any travel restrictions announced by local governmental authorities

  • Be prepared to shelter in place or evacuate if instructed to do so by local governmental authorities

  • Discuss children’s fears concerning possible terrorist attacks

HIGH

Complete recommended actions at lower levels

  • Exercise caution when traveling

  • If a need is announced, donate blood at a designated blood collection agency

  • Take additional precautions at public events

ELEVATED

Complete recommended actions at lower levels

  • Practice your Disaster Plan on the 11th of each month

  • Develop alternate routes to and from work or school and practice them

GUARDED

Complete recommended actions at lower level

  • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to the proper authorities

  • Provide volunteer services and take advantage of additional volunteer training opportunities

LOW
  • Review and print a copy of Terrorism: Preparing For The Unexpected

  • Develop a Personal/Family Disaster Plan and update as needed

  • Prepare a Disaster Supplies Kit and update as needed

  • Prepare a Shelter in Place Kit and update as needed

  • Develop emergency communication plan with family members, neighbors and friends and update as needed

  • Examine volunteer opportunities in your community; choose an agency to volunteer with and receive initial training

  • If not known to you, contact school to determine their emergency notification and evacuation plans for children

Want to learn more? Visit Sedgwick County's Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations.

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