Islamic State Terrorism Alert

With the rise of the Islamic State comes a new form of terrorism for which we must be prepared.  IS terrorists are global, highly sophisticated, and ruthless.  Unlike Al-Qaeda, IS engages in harder-to-predict actions – maybe one or two gunmen – and will focus on smaller, softer targets such as buses, schools, malls, offices, etc.  Operational discretion is left up to the individual/s conduction the assault and not the command structure.  This makes any attack by IS very difficult to prevent.

As you know, Ottawa, Canada, was under attack this morning by one or two gunman who assaulted the Parliament building and two other targets.  Whether or not this operation was conducted by IS it does display the exact kind of action for which we much be prepared.

From this point on you need to pay attention to your surroundings.  Stay in close contact with family members when you are out.  Know your exists.  Agree on a meeting point outside the danger zone should something occur.  Remember what you see and help law enforcement.  Remain vigilant.

If you wish to teach your children how to recognize and respond to a terrorist attack (or any emergency event), my charity, The Fishermen (www.thefishermenrelief.org) offers a free booklet on this issue called the “Danger Book.”  Download it and use it.  Better to be safe than sorry.  The “Danger Book” is meant to be printed in color, front and back, and stapled on the side.

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