Current Missouri Threat

Missouri Office of Homeland Security

Important Documents

Emergency Preparedness Checklist
Preparing for Emergencies - A Checklist for People with Mobility Problems
Food and Water in an Emergency

FAQs

1. What is the Homeland Security Advisory System?

   The Homeland Security Advisory System is designed to guide our protective measures when specific information to a particular sector or geographic region is received. It combines threat information with vulnerability assessments and provides communications to public safety officials and the public.

   More detailed explanation

2. What should I do?

   Everyone should establish an emergency preparedness kit and emergency plan for themselves and their family, and stay informed about what to do during an emergency. All Americans should continue to be vigilant, take notice of their surroundings, and report suspicious items or activities to local authorities immediately.

3. Where can I get the latest Homeland Security news?

   Please visit the Department of Homeland Security for the latest news: http://www.dhs.gov.

4. What is smallpox preparedness and why is it needed?

   Please visit the City of Columbia's site for more information: Smallpox Preparedness.

5. What should a person with mobility problems do to prepare for an emergency?

   Please see the following document: Preparing for Emergencies - A Checklist for People with Mobility Problems.

6. What is shelter in place?

   If you are advised by local officials to "shelter in place," what they mean is for you to remain inside your home or office and protect yourself there. Close and lock all windows and exterior doors. Turn off all fans, heating and air conditioning systems. Close the fireplace damper. Get your disaster supplies kit, and make sure the radio is working. Go to an interior room without windows that's above ground level. In the case of a chemical threat, an above-ground location is preferable because some chemicals are heavier than air, and may seep into basements even if the windows are closed. Using duct tape, seal all cracks around the door and any vents into the room. Keep listening to your radio or television until you are told all is safe or you are told to evacuate. Local officials may call for evacuation in specific areas at greatest risk in your community.

   Please see the Shelter-in-Place Fact Sheet for more information

Additional Resources:

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Missouri Homeland Security

Ready.gov

Local Homeland Security

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Meet the Emergency Management Staff

Any questions?  Feel free to contact us:

Office of Emergency Management
17 North 7th Street PO Box 6015 Columbia, MO 65205 commission@boonecountymo.org	(573) 874-7400 Office (573) 875-1072 Fax

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