Bomb squad technician William Powell examines a suspicious package during an unannounced anti-terrorism drill. D.C. police have conducted more than 30 such training exercises since the September 2001 terrorist attacks. (Mark Gail - The Washington Post)
Personal Preparedness Guide: Information on biological, chemical and nuclear attacks; local evacuation routes and hospitals; and coping, personal planning and resources.
What Concerns You?
Do you have a question about the dangers of bioterrorism and what you can do to protect yourself and your family? Washington Post Staff Writer Valerie Strauss has been answering commonly asked questions in the paper. But if
you have a question that The Post hasn't answered, send her an e-mail at straussv@washpost.com. Please include a phone number where you can be
contacted. Please note that not all questions can be answered, and specific medical advice will not be given.
Anti-Terrorism Training Expands D.C. police officer Timothy Hennigan was on routine patrol in Southeast Washington when his cruiser's radio reported an ominous-sounding situation: A suspicious car was parked near a large water tower, and a man had been seen sprinting from the area.
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