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Bracing for a Terror Attack: First, Pick Up the Duct Tape
The Wall Street Journal ^ | Tuesday, February 11, 2003 | NICHOLAS KULISH and KELLY K. SPORS

Posted on 02/11/2003 7:00:41 AM PST by TroutStalker

Edited on 04/22/2004 11:48:07 PM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]

Indicating a new level of concern about a potential terrorist strike, homeland security officials called on citizens to buy duct tape, plastic sheeting, and food and water to prepare for a possible chemical or biological attack.

The plastic sheeting and tape, meant to seal doorways and windows, was just one in a series of steps federal officials suggested Americans take to protect themselves. They also advised Americans to begin assembling disaster-supply kits, including gallons of water, nonperishable food and medical supplies. While relatively simple, advance preparation could save lives in the event of a disaster.


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1 posted on 02/11/2003 7:00:41 AM PST by TroutStalker
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To: TroutStalker
Indicating a new level of concern about a potential terrorist strike, homeland security officials called on citizens to buy duct tape, plastic sheeting, and food and water to prepare for a possible chemical or biological attack.

Of course, since they don't also state that people should purchase some kind of purification mechanism, these steps are basically worthless.

2 posted on 02/11/2003 7:02:10 AM PST by dirtboy
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To: TroutStalker
This is the second thread I have seen this plastic sheeting and duct duct reference. Maybe I missed this in all of the terrorisim tips here

Where were we told to prepare in this way, or did the media possibly, make this up?

3 posted on 02/11/2003 7:04:14 AM PST by TaRaRaBoomDeAyGoreLostToday!
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To: TroutStalker
Question...Just seal windows and doors or seal the whole room?
4 posted on 02/11/2003 7:05:24 AM PST by Diana Rose (I hate all things french)
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To: dirtboy
In a chemical strike, where harmful materials can be surreptitiously leaked or sprayed in public places, an immediate shower is crucial.

Sounds like a good idea.

5 posted on 02/11/2003 7:08:00 AM PST by Fred Mertz
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To: TroutStalker
BUMP
6 posted on 02/11/2003 7:08:15 AM PST by RippleFire (Hold mein bier!)
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To: TroutStalker

The Department of Homeland Security has taken over the Possum Lodge.

7 posted on 02/11/2003 7:09:42 AM PST by KarlInOhio (Tagline.txt not found. Abort, Retry, Fail?)
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To: Fred Mertz
In a chemical strike, where harmful materials can be surreptitiously leaked or sprayed in public places, an immediate shower is crucial.

Sounds like a good idea.

Only if the attack is series.

8 posted on 02/11/2003 7:10:32 AM PST by dirtboy
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No didn't you read that other article, it is only if the attack is hugh enough.
9 posted on 02/11/2003 7:12:58 AM PST by TaRaRaBoomDeAyGoreLostToday!
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To: Fred Mertz
Why not close down the Islam centers across America?
10 posted on 02/11/2003 7:13:20 AM PST by TLBSHOW (God Speed as Angels trending upward dare to fly Tribute to the Risk Takers)
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To: dirtboy
"The plastic sheeting and tape, meant to seal doorways and windows, was just one in a series of steps federal officials suggested Americans take to protect themselves."

Besides...it already says in this threads article it is series.

11 posted on 02/11/2003 7:15:08 AM PST by TaRaRaBoomDeAyGoreLostToday!
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To: Diana Rose
Another question. Do I seal off my doors and windows now, or wait untill it has been confirmed that biological or radiological weapons have been used (in which case, it would be too late)? At least I don't need to worry about windows, I've got the new XP version which has excellent security (joking of course).

Seriesly though, if you need me, I'll be in the shower.

12 posted on 02/11/2003 7:17:04 AM PST by x-navy seal
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To: Diana Rose
Question...Just seal windows and doors or seal the whole room?

Just the windows and doors (and heating and cooling vents) is normally sufficient. Stay indoors. If there's indications that the water supply has been contaminated you can shut off your water supply and use the water in your hot water heater.

13 posted on 02/11/2003 7:17:51 AM PST by mbynack
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To: TroutStalker
If possible, they should take a shower

Boy, you are just begging for a 3,000 post thread full of shower jokes, aren't you? :o)

14 posted on 02/11/2003 7:17:52 AM PST by Free State Four
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To: TLBSHOW
I think the mosques and islamic centers will be closed pretty soon after a WMD attack on America.
15 posted on 02/11/2003 7:19:21 AM PST by Travis McGee (----- www.EnemiesForeignAndDomestic.com -----)
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To: Travis McGee
It should be done now not later, you never know what we would find if they were all raided at once across America!
16 posted on 02/11/2003 7:20:55 AM PST by TLBSHOW (God Speed as Angels trending upward dare to fly Tribute to the Risk Takers)
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To: KarlInOhio
Maybe this will help.


17 posted on 02/11/2003 7:21:17 AM PST by dawn53
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To: dirtboy
The plastic sheeting and tape, meant to seal doorways and windows,

Yep, how do you ventilate?

18 posted on 02/11/2003 7:21:57 AM PST by 1Old Pro
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To: dirtboy


19 posted on 02/11/2003 7:22:53 AM PST by TaRaRaBoomDeAyGoreLostToday!
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To: x-navy seal
Do I seal off my doors and windows now, or wait untill it has been confirmed

Hmmmm, good question given the incubation for smallpox is something like two weeks.

20 posted on 02/11/2003 7:23:16 AM PST by 1Old Pro
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