The initiative is being developed to link security equipment at 450 airports throughout the United States, allowing for real-time information sharing agency-wide.
"This group took steps to acquire three tonnes of ammonium nitrate and other components necessary to create explosive devices," said Assistant Commissioner Mike McDonell.
"Our borders represent an enormous security challenge -- as well as a vital economic lifeline -- protecting both will result in a secure and prosperous future for our nation." Secretary Chertoff
FEMA has pre-positioned disaster supplies in hurricane prone, earthquake prone, and cities that have highly populous metropolitain areas. The goal in doing this is to substantially shorten the response times from incident to delivery of critical assets.
AreaRAE toxic gas detectors were deployed at the 132nd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 6. The wireless detectors provided venue protection for spectators in the grandstands, as well as within the infield.
