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ARC 1463 (Rev. 8- 2002) © American National Red Cross. All Rights Reserved. Please print this document if desired. Homeland Security Advisory System Recommendations Family Risk of Attack Recommended Actions • Complete recommended actions at lower levels • Listen to radio/TV for current information/instructions • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities immediately • Contact business/school to determine status of work/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/actual terrorist attacks • Complete recommended actions at lower levels • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities • Review disaster plan with all family members • Ensure communication plan is understood/practiced by all family members • Exercise caution when traveling • Have shelter in place materials on hand and understand procedure • Discuss children’s fears concerning possible terrorist attacks • If a need is announced, donate blood at designated blood collection center • Complete recommended actions at lower levels • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities • Ensure disaster supplies kit is stocked and ready • Check telephone numbers and e-mail addresses in your family emergency communication plan and update as necessary • If not known to you, contact school to determine their emergency notification and evacuation plans for children • Develop alternate routes to/from school/work and practice them • Complete recommended actions at lower level • Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities • Review stored disaster supplies and replace items that are outdated • Develop an emergency communication plan that all family members understand • Establish an alternate meeting place away from home with family/friends • Obtain copy of Terrorism: Preparing for the Unexpected brochure from your local Red Cross chapter • Develop a personal disaster plan and disaster supplies kit using Red Cross brochures Your Family Disaster Plan and Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit • Take a Red Cross CPR/AED and first aid course Your local American Red Cross chapter has materials available to assist you in developing preparedness capabilities. HIGH (Orange) ELEVATED (Yellow) GUARDED (Blue) SEVERE (Red) LOW (Green)