The Town of Cary created this page to keep citizens informed about the effect of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 and ways that they could help the victims. The page includes information about the response to the continuing threat.


See the current national threat level.

Terrorist Threat Preparation

Ready.gov - U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Planning for emergencies; emergency supply kits; biological, chemical and
nuclear threats, etc.,)

Air Travel

Permitted and prohibited items - U.S. Transportation Security Administration

Travel tips - U.S. Transportation Security Administration

Federal Aviation Administration airport status map - Weather delays, general airport conditions

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Other Safety Information

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control has information on how citizens should handle threats involving biological or chemical weapons, including anthrax.

The U.S. Postal Service has guidance on what people should do if they receive a suspicious package in the mail.

The FBI has tips for recognizing packages that could contain harmful substances and how to respond.

Wake County has an information line for those with questions or concerns about biological agents. Call (919) 250-3097. The line is monitored continually and calls are returned. Information on anthrax is provided.

Other Web Sites

American Red Cross
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Federal Emergency Management Agency
N.C. Emergency Management
Wake County Emergency Management