What is TERRORISM?

A Guide to

Understanding

the Threat of

Terrorism

Terrorism is:

The illegal use of threats

or violence to bring fear

to people for the purpose of

demanding and/or gaining

public attention for political,

religious or social reasons.

The Illegal Use of Threats or Violence

• Bombings, shootings or hijackings

• Using chemical weapons

• Using biological weapons

Public Attention

Political, Religious or Social Reasons

• Bombings, shootings or hijackings

• Using chemical weapons

• Using biological weapons

Should San Diego Citizens Be Concerned?

REDSevere risk of terrorist attacks

ORANGEHigh risk of terrorist attacks

YELLOWElevated condition, significant risk of terrorist attacks

BLUEGuarded condition, general risk of terrorist attacks

GREENLow risk of terrorist attacks

What Is the County of San Diego Doing to Protect From a Terrorist Attack?

What Can We Do?

We Can:• Have a family plan

• Be aware of surroundings

• Stay informed

• Report suspicious activities to the San Diego FBI office at 858-565-1255

• Volunteer

Stay Calm

County of San DiegoOffice of Emergency Services

Deborah Steffen, Director

County Board of SupervisorsGreg Cox, District 1 Dianne Jacob, District 2Pam Slater, District 3 Ron Roberts,District 4

Bill Horn, District 5

Chief Administrative OfficerChief Administrative OfficerWalter F. Ekard

Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Public Safety GroupDeputy Chief Administrative Officer, Public Safety GroupW. Harold Tuck, Jr.

Developed for the County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services