Introduction The TOPOFF 3 exercises conducted between April 4 and April 8, 2005, clearly showed that there are three main problems that are impairing the proper implementation of civilian terrorism response plans. These three problems include: role confusion, a lack of NRP and NIMS familiarity, and difficulties coordinating private sector and DoD efforts. In order […]
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Emergency Preparedness is Not Just for Natural Disasters
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