How should the public prepare to deal with a terrorist incident?

§ By adapting many of the same techniques used to prepare for other crises.§ Be alert and aware of the surrounding area. The very nature of terrorism suggests that there may be little or no warning.§ Take precautions when traveling. Be aware of conspicuous or unusual behavior. Do not accept packages from strangers. Do not leave luggage unattended.§ Learn where emergency exists are located. Think ahead about how to evacuate a building, subway, or congested public area in a hurry. Learn where staircases are located.§ Notice your immediate surroundings. Be aware of heavy or breakable objects that could move, fall, or break in an explosion.§ Listen to the Emergency Alert System (EAS) broadcasts via radio or television.Most stockpiling or preparedness suggestions are commonsense preparations for any sort of unexpected emergency. So, don't blow all your money on a fancy gas mask. There are more useful things to get, and even die-hard survivalists rank gas masks low on their priority list. ...