Fort Wood observes Anti-Terrorism month

(Fort Leonard Wood)–August is being observed at Fort Leonard Wood as Anti-Terrorism Awareness Month. Terrorist threats can include everything from the weather and criminal activity to disgruntled employees and potential terrorist targeting. As risks and vulnerabilities are identified, mitigation measures can be developed and put in place. These measures are exercised routinely, monitored for effectiveness, and ultimately result in a solid foundation for a safe community and an acceptable level of risk. Community involvement is a key element. If something is out of place and doesn’t look right, report it, and let the professionals take it from there.

Report suspicious activities, such as:

— People drawing or measuring important buildings.

— Strangers asking questions about security forces or security procedures.

— A briefcase, suitcase, backpack or package left unattended.

— Cars or trucks left in no-parking zones in front of important buildings.

— Intruders found in secure areas.

— A person wearing clothes that are too big and bulky and/or too hot for the weather.

— Chemical smells or fumes that worry you.

— Questions about sensitive information such as building blueprints, security plans, or VIP travel schedules without a right or need to know.

— Purchasing supplies or equipment that can be used to make bombs or weapons or purchasing uniforms without having the proper credentials.

You are asked to report suspicious activity immediately by calling the Fort Leonard Wood Department of Emergency Services at 573.596.6141.