An overview of U.S. counterterrorism initiatives
The events of September 11 and the subsequent anthrax incidents underscored the seriousness of the terrorism threat to the United States. They also drew attention to a host of vulnerabilities and the need for additional training for state and local “first responders,” those on the front line against possible terrorism — firefighters, police officers, emergency medical technicians, physicians, health officials and emergency management professionals. Full Story