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Information from FEMA's "Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness."

 

Resources for anyone interested in learning more about homeland security, biosecurity, and agroterrorism.
News

USDA Homeland Security News
Find the latest news from the United States Department of Agriculture.

APHIS Hot Issues
Locate the latest information on rising issues from the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Department of Homeland Security
News and press from DHS on homeland security issues

Agrosecurity

Extension Disaster Education Network's Issue Page on Agrosecurity
Since September 11, 2001, U.S. citizens have a better understanding of our vulnerability and the ongoing need to secure key assets and sectors of our economy from intentional attack. One of the sectors often overlooked is agriculture. This site discusses how to prepare for such an event and how to protect your farm.
(Source: EDEN)

Rural Security Planning (3.05 MB; PDF)
Learn what you should do to protect yourself, your family, and your property. This resource provides information on how to prepare emergency documentation, on possible security threats to your farm, and on how to report security events to authorities.
(Source: Purdue Extension)

Homeland Security

Extension Disaster Education Network's Issue Page on Homeland Security
The Homeland Security Advisory System was developed after Sept. 11, 2001 to provide warnings to the American people about the threat level for a terrorist attack. This resource also discusses responding to a terrorist threat and surveillance, detection, and reporting of suspicious activity.
(Source: EDEN)

Disaster Supply Kit
Your family will cope best by preparing for disaster before it strikes. One way to prepare is by assembling a Disaster Supplies Kit.
(Source: FEMA)

Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response
The site offers information on bioterrorism agents, chemical and radiation emergencies, and mass trauma.
(Source: CDC)

Public Health Emergency Preparedness Facts
Answers to questions on topics such as bioterrorism, anthrax, and smallpox.
(Source: Indiana State Department of Health)

Plant BioSecurity

Extension Disaster Education Network's Issue Page on Plant and Crop Security
This page provides valuable information regarding current threats to U.S. crops, a top ten pest listing, and links to other networks and resources.
(Source: EDEN)

EDEN Issue Page on Emerald Ash Borer
This Web site is part of a multistate effort in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana to bring you the latest information about emerald ash borer.
(Source: USDA Forest Service, Michigan Department of Agriculture, Michigan Department of Natural Resources and APHIS)

Other Related EDEN Issue Pages

National Plant Diagnostic Network (NPDN)
A network of Land Grant University plant disease and pest diagnostic facilities from across the United States.

Animal Biosecurity

Extension Disaster Education Network's Issue Page on BSE - Mad Cow Disease
This page provides valuable information regarding the outbreak of BSE in the United States, the risk to humans, and the federal initiatives to combat this disease.
(Source: EDEN)

Animal Disease Backgrounder: Mad Cow Disease
This backgrounder provides detailed information on the outbreak of Mad Cow Disease in the United States. This site links you to other helpful resources.
(Source: Purdue Extension)

Extension Disaster Education Network's Issue Page on Exotic Newcastle Disease
This page provides facts about Exotic Newcastle Disease, how it is being managed in the United States, and what you can do to help stop its spread.
(Source: EDEN)

What you can do to Help

Indiana Counter-Terrorism and Security Council (CTASC)
The mission of the CTASC is to develop and implement a comprehensive state strategy to address terrorism in Indiana.

Citizen Corps
We all have a role in hometown security. Citizen Corps allows you to embrace the personal responsibility to be prepared; to get training in first aid and emergency skills; and to volunteer to support local emergency responders, disaster relief, and community safety.

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