Buncombe County Homeland Security: Business Actions

Low Condition (Green) declared when there is a low risk of terrorist attacks

Consider taking the following actions:

• Continue to enjoy individual freedom. Participate freely in travel, work, and recreational activities.
  
• Prepare for disasters and family emergencies.
  
• Develop a family emergency plan.
  
• Keep recommended immunizations up-to-date.
  
• Know how to turn off your power, gas, and water service to your house.
  
• Know what hazardous materials are stored in your home and how to properly dispose of unneeded chemicals.
  
• Know what natural hazards are prevalent in your area and what measures you can take to protect your family.

Guarded Condition (Blue) declared when there is a general risk of terrorist attacks

Continue all precautions from lower Threat Conditions and consider taking the following actions:

• Continue normal activities.
  
• Report suspicious activities and call 9-1-1 for immediate response.
  
• Review family emergency plans.
  
• Increase individual or family emergency preparedness through training, maintaining good physical fitness and health, and storing food, water, and emergency supplies.
  
• Monitor local and national news for threat advisory alerts.

Elevated Condition (Yellow) declared when there is a significant risk of terrorist attacks

Continue all precautions from lower Threat Conditions and consider taking the following actions:

• Continue normal activities, but expect some delays, baggage searches, and restrictions as a result of heightened security at public buildings and facilities.
  
• Become active in your local Citizen Corps, Community Emergency Response Team, or other volunteer organization.
  
• Network with your family, neighbors, and community for mutual support.
  
• Contact your local Emergency Management Coordinator for specific training information.

HIGH Condition (Orange) declared when there is a high risk of terrorist attacks

Continue all precautions from lower Threat Conditions and consider taking the following actions:

• Monitor news reports, Emergency Alert System, radio/TV stations, and NOAA weather radio for instruction and/or information.
  
• Avoid leaving unattended packages or briefcases in public areas.
  
• Inventory and organize emergency supply kits and discuss emergency plans with family members. Reevaluate meeting location based on threat.
  
• Prepare to do without services you would normally depend on that could be disrupted—electricity, telephone, gas, ATM machines and Internet transactions.
  
• Consider taking reasonable personal security precautions. Be alert to your surroundings, avoid placing yourself in a vulnerable situation, and monitor the activities of your children.
  
• Maintain close contact with your family and neighbors to ensure their safety and emotional welfare.
  
• Avoid passing unsubstantiated information and rumors.

Severe Condition (Red) reflects a severe risk of terrorist attacks.

Continue all precautions from lower Threat Conditions and consider taking the following actions:

• Expect traffic delays and restrictions.
  
• Take personal security precautions to avoid becoming a victim of crime or terrorist attack.
  
• Be aware of any travel advisories that may impact your local area.
  
• Keep emergency supplies accessible and automobile fuel tank full.
  
• Prepare to evacuate your home or shelter in place on order of local authorities.
  
• Assist neighbors who may need help.