Homeland Security Threat Level gadget

Displays the current U.S. Homeland Security Threat Level from the Department of Homeland Security (a.k.a: U.S. Department of Homeland Insecurity Idiocy Level).

To display the current Homeland Security Threat Level in your home page click this button:

You may also set your own title through the settings dialogue (top right).

Homeland Security or Paranoia...

According to the U.S Department of Homeland Security (George W. Bush Politics) this is what you have to do after cheking this gadget (It is NO joke. They really expect and advice US citizens to follow these instructions):

• Develop a family emergency plan. Share it with family and friends, and practice the plan. Visit www.Ready.gov for help creating a plan.
• Create an “Emergency Supply Kit” for your household.
• Be informed. Visit www.Ready.gov or obtain a copy of “Preparing Makes Sense, Get Ready Now” by calling 1-800-BE-READY.
• Know how to shelter-in-place and how to turn off utilities (power, gas, and water) to your home.
• Examine volunteer opportunities in your community, such as Citizen Corps, Volunteers in Police Service, Neighborhood Watch or others, and donate your time.
• Consider completing an American Red Cross first aid or CPR course , or Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course .
  

• Complete recommended steps at level green.
• Review stored disaster supplies and replace items that are outdated.
• Be alert to suspicious activity and report it to proper authorities.

• Complete recommended steps at levels green and blue.
• Ensure disaster supply kit is stocked and ready.
• Check telephone numbers in family emergency plan and update as necessary.
• Develop alternate routes to/from work or school and practice them.
• Continue to be alert for suspicious activity and report it to authorities.
  

• Complete recommended steps at lower levels.
• Exercise caution when traveling, pay attention to travel advisorie.
• Review your family emergency plan and make sure all family members know what to do.
• Be Patient. Expect some delays, baggage searches and restrictions at public buildings.
• Check on neighbors or others that might need assistance in an emergency.
  

• Complete all recommended actions at lower levels.
• Listen to local emergency management officials.
• Stay tuned to TV or radio for current information/instructions.
• Be prepared to shelter-in-place or evacuate, as instructed.
• Expect traffic delays and restrictions.
• Provide volunteer services only as requested.
• Contact your school/business to determine status of work day.