Terrorism Response
Terrorism and WMD response is increasingly becoming a responsibility of fire departments working in an ever-dynamic all-hazards environment. Following the attacks on 9/11, many fire departments sought additional training on how to respond to large- and small-scale threats and even biological weapons. Firefighters now train on how to mitigate active shooter events, scenes where fire is used as a weapon, and other incidents of mass violence. The FireRescue1 Terrorism Response resource page offers information to prepare for terrorist events, plus videos and podcasts to help firefighters prepare for mass violence incidents. Additionally, download the FireRescue1 eBook How to buy armored rescue vehicles.
How to address real-world scenarios
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At least 50 women who worked as first responders at Ground Zero and those who were nearby may receive coverage from the World Trade Center Health Program
306 active and retired FDNY members — including firefighters and EMS members — have died of 9/11-related illnesses
A FF/paramedic captain recounts hunkering down with victims at the Pentagon on 9/11 while expecting another attack
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343 FDNY firefighters, plus one New York Fire patrolman, were killed in the terrorist attacks, along with dozens of other public safety personnel
The money would shore up the 9/11 World Trade Center Health Program, which was permanently extended, along with the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund
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