The Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) responded to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack in New York City, by deploying medical countermeasures, equipment, and technical assistance within in seven hours. These attacks prompted federal legislation and directives to strengthen public health emergency readiness. This photograph captures the aftermath of the fall of the World Trade Towers, after being struck by two passenger aircraft. Here, you’re able to appreciate the billowing clouds of dust and debris, which wrecked havoc on the inhabitants, and first responders in New York City.
If a community experiences a large-scale public health incident, where the disease or agent is unknown, the stockpile sends a 12-hour Push-Package, containing a broad-range of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Contents are pre-packed and configured in transport-ready containers for rapid delivery anywhere in the United States within 12 hours of the federal decision to deploy. Each package contains 50 tons of emergency medical resources. The stockpile has multiple 12hr Push-Packages stored in strategically located warehouses throughout the country ready for deployment. Immediately shipping, or pushing, a variety of items to the affected state allows authorities to begin or sustain response efforts. All states have plans to receive and distribute Push-Packages quickly to local jurisdictions. Each container is color-coded and numbered allowing those receiving a shipment to easily identify and organize the materials.
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