Terrorism is the use of force or violence against persons or property for purposes of intimidation, coercion, or ransom. Acts of terrorism include: threats of terrorism, assassinations, kidnappings, hijackings, cyber attacks, bomb threats, and explosions.
To carry out these activities, terrorists use some of the following devices:
- Chemical
- Biological
- Radiological
- Nuclear
- Explosive
These weapons and devices are often referred to as CBRNE.
Information related to terrorism is included in this guide to provide a comprehensive understanding of potential hazards in our community.