Terrorists have frequently used explosive devices as one of their most common weapons. Terrorists do not have to look far to find out how to make explosive devices; the information is readily available in books and other information sources. The materials needed for an explosive device can be found in many places including variety, hardware, and auto supply stores. Explosive devices are highly portable using vehicles and humans as a means of transport. They are easily detonated from remote locations or by suicide bombers.
Conventional bombs have been used to damage and destroy financial, political, social, and religious institutions. Attacks have occurred in public places and on city streets with thousands of people around the world injured and killed
Explosion preparedness from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- What to do if you receive a bomb threat
- What to do during an explosion
- What to do after an explosion
- Be wary if suspicious packages and letters
Preparing for a Terrorist Bombing from the Centers Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- A common sense approach; Preparing for a Terrorist Bombing
- Health and Safety Information for the General Public; After a Terrorist Bombing
- Emergency Wound Care after a Natural Disaster
- Injuries and Mass Casualty Events; Information for the public
- Brain Injuries and Mass Casualty Events; Information for the public
- Burns; Mass Casualty