Do You Realize We Have Spent Billions On Bioterrorism Preparedness Since 9/11?

Click on the title above for more amazing statistics on what we have spent and for what level of preparedness. Maybe you should sit down first!

Why Do Terrorists Love To Strike Around Elections?

Click on the title for an interesting article on this ugly phenomenon.

Focus on Fire Safety: Prevent Home Fires!

Did you know that in 2007 approximately 78% of all structure fires occurred in residences? Do you regularly check for home fire hazards? The theme for Fire Prevention Week (October 5-11) is It’s Fire Prevention Week: Prevent Home Fires! A special emphasis is being placed on leading causes of home fires – cooking, heating, electrical, smoking materials, and candles. For more information, click here...

Lowering the U.S. Flag

Did you know that the law requires the U.S. flag be lowered in tribute on only a few days each year? Quite appropriately, one of these days is the observance of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.
On October 16, 2001, President George W. Bush approved legislation requiring the U.S. flag to be lowered to half-staff on all Federal buildings to memorialize fallen firefighters. Public Law 107-51 requires this action to occur annually in conjunction with observance of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service.

Hazmat Exposure Leaves 2 Dead, Prompts Lockdown of Hospitals

Sunday, August 31, 2008

ST. LOUIS — Officials say two people are dead after being exposed to a hazardous material in Missouri, MyFOXSTL.com reported Click on the link in the title to find out more information...

Homeland Security study outdated upon its release

By Associated PressFriday, September 26, 2008

The Homeland Security Department paid $450,000 for an independent organization to make recommendations on a classified terrorism program, but the review — which took two years to complete — is practically outdated as it’s released today. Click on the link in the title to read more...