Homeland Security

One of the most important missions all Americans face today is Homeland Security.

Everyday citizens and trained Emergency Responders, along with our Law Enforcement are working together more than ever to insure the common safety of Paducah and McCracken County.

The truth is...your chance of being involved in an act of Terrorism is very remote.

However, we don't have to experience a devastating fire at home to know the importance of smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, family evacuation plans and our Fire Departments...

By the same token, all of us need to be prepared to face ANY hazard that threatens our safety.

Whether Tornadoes, Floods, Earthquakes, Accidents, Chemical Releases or Homeland Security, it's really cheap insurance to be prepared.

Develop a family plan at home, and help organize a workplace plan. Keep a 3 day supply of food, water, medicines, and other essentials put aside for an emergency.

You, as members of our community are the "eyes and ears" of law enforcement. When you see a suspicious person who shouldn't be doing what they're doing, or witness a possible incident in progress...IMMEDIATELY report this to your Police or Sheriff's Department.

Having a Neighborhood Watch Association in your area is an important first step in Homeland Security. Contact the McCracken County Sheriff's Department or Paducah Police Department to set one up where you live!

Organize your neighbors and co-workers into trained response teams to help out in time of emergency.

Take the CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) training the next time it's available near you.

Remember, Homeland Security starts at home!