4/17/2013

Hi Everybody,
In light of the recent explosions at the Boston Marathon, I thought this was worth sharing from the CTARES Discussion email that was sent yesterday from Lee (KB1NAL).

Greetings !
Since, we're now all integrated with FEMA and HOMELAND SECURITY, and you participate in public service events (ie, fundraiser groups, local parade functions, tri-Athlons, etc.) , you might want to read the following :

If You See Something, Say Something
The nationwide "If You See Something, Say Something™" public awareness campaign – is a simple and effective program to raise public awareness of indicators of terrorism and terrorism-related crime, and to emphasize the importance of reporting suspicious activity to the proper local law enforcement authorities. The campaign was originally used by New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), which has licensed the use of the slogan to DHS for anti-terrorism and anti-terrorism crime related efforts.

Homeland Security Begins with Hometown Security
If you see something suspicious taking place then report that behavior or activity to local law enforcement or in the case of emergency call 9-1-1. Factors such as race, ethnicity, national origin, or religious affiliation alone are not suspicious. For that reason, the public should report only suspicious behavior and situations (e.g., an unattended backpack in a public place or someone trying to break into a restricted area) rather than beliefs, thoughts, ideas, expressions, associations, or speech unrelated to terrorism or other criminal activity. Only reports that document behavior reasonably indicative of criminal activity related to terrorism will be shared with federal partners

DHS is working to expand "If You See Something, Say Something ™" throughout the country by partnering with a variety of entities including: transportation systems, universities, states, cities, sports leagues and local law enforcement. If you're interested in getting your group involved please contact 202-282-8010.
Report Suspicious Activity to Local Law Enforcement
In Case of Emergency always Call 9-1-1.
More to follow !
PEACE !
73 de Lee / KB1NAL