October 2006

Sunni vrs. Shi'ite in Baghdad, Iraq - Conflict Map

Sunni vrs. Shi'ite in Iraq - Conflict Map

Source: http://www.mapsofwar.com/index.html

September, 2006. There now exists an 'arc' of domination by Shiite militias in the north of Baghdad. Sunni militias have carved out a few enclaves in Baghdad's south, and are now expanding into nearby areas. The pieces of the puzzle are slowly aligning themselves as Iraq's sectarian divide widens.

Predictions for the near future:

(1) Azamiyah is being surrounded and will eventually fall into Shiite control.

(2) The Sunnis are pursuing territorial ambitions to consolidate their control in the southern areas of Sadiyah, Dora, and Muradiyah. This will lead to a new 'river war' between the Sunni and the Shiite militias on the opposite sides of the Tigris.

(3) The growth of these 'neighborhood coalitions' will marginalize the influence of the soldiers and politicians in the Green Zone.

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Website Warns Of Attacks At NFL Games This Weekend; DHS Officials Doubtful

Website Warns Of Attacks At NFL Games This Weekend
Government Skeptical Of Threat Against NFL Stadiums...

WASHINGTON, DC: A Web site is claiming that seven NFL football stadiums will be hit with radiological dirty bombs this weekend, but the government on Wednesday expressed doubts about the threat.

The threat, posted Oct. 12, was part of an ongoing Internet conversation titled "New Attack on America Be Afraid." It mentioned NFL stadiums in New York, Miami, Atlanta, Seattle, Houston, Oakland and Cleveland, where games are scheduled to be held this weekend.

The Homeland Security Department alerted authorities and stadium owners in those cities, as well as the NFL, of the Web message but said the threat was being viewed "with strong skepticism." Homeland Security spokesman Russ Knocke said there was no intelligence that indicated such an attack was imminent, and that the alert was "out of an abundance of caution."

"The department strongly encourages the public to continue to go about their plans, including attending events that involve large public gatherings such as football games," Knocke said. The FBI also expressed doubt about the threat.

-- Source: (CBS 13 / AP), can be found at: http://cbs13.com/topstories/local_story_291155105.html

Earthquakes in Hawaii - 15 Oct 2006 - Update

EmergencyNet News Instant Update

10/15/2006 2:04:22 PM

Earthquakes in Hawaii - 15 Oct 2006 - Update

From the ERRI/EmergencyNetNews Global Watchdesk

Various reports are starting to come in to EmergencyNet News from Hawaii:

* A 6.5 earthquake is reported at a little after 0710 (local time) in the Hawaiian Islands...multiple aftershocks, of varying magnitudes were then reported.

* A "State of Emergency" is being declared by State Civil defense on the big Island at this time.

* There are no reports of major damage at this time. There are reports of some injuries, though the severity is not presently known. Assessment of the scope of the quake damage is still underway at this time.

* Kona Hospital and extended care facility are being evacuated at this time, due to "structural damage"

* Several highways have suffered damage and they are being assessed to determine if they will support traffic. The government is asking people to stay off the streets.

* Power is out on much of the "big Island," with HI Civil defense estimating that it will be 10-12 hours before it can be retored. A number of facilities are operating on generator power at this time.

* A number of internet connections to Hawaii appear to be off-line and people on the Islands are being asked to avoid using telephone lines so that they may be used by emergency services. The actual extent of power and internet outages is presently unclear.

* Emergency service agencies are responding to a number of requests for assistance and they are asking that telephones only be used in the event of emergency.

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Wanted For Treason - ADAM YAHIYE GADAHN

TREASON - 18 U.S.C. § 2381; PROVIDING MATERIAL SUPPORT TO AL QAEDA - 18 U.S.C. § 2339B; AIDING AND ABBETTING - 18 U.S.C. § 2

ADAM YAHIYE GADAHN

Aliases: Abu Suhayb Al-Amriki, Abu Suhail Al-Amriki, Abu Suhayb, Yihya Majadin Adams, Adam Pearlman, Yayah, Azzam the American, Azzam Al-Amriki

DESCRIPTION

Date of Birth Used: September 1, 1978
Hair: Brown
Place of Birth: United States
Eyes: Hazel e
Height: 5'11"
Sex: Male
Weight: 210 pounds
Complexion: Light
Build: Medium
Citizenship: United States
Languages: Arabic, English
Scars and Marks: Gadahn has scars on his chest and right forearm.

Remarks: None

CAUTION

Adam Yahiye Gadahn was indicted in the Central District of California for treason and material support to Al Qaeda. The charges are related to Gadahn's alleged involvement in a number of terrorist activities, including providing aid and comfort to Al Qaeda and services for Al Qaeda.

SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS

REWARD

The Rewards For Justice Program, United States Department of State, is offering a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to the arrest of Adam Yahiye Gadahn.

-- Source: http://www.fbi.gov/wanted/terrorists/gadahn_a.htm

*FLASH* - Aircraft Hits Residential Building in New York City

EmergencyNet News *FLASH* Report

15:15EDT - 11 Oct 2006

Aircraft Hits Residential Building in New York City

NEW YORK, NY (Manhattan/Upper E. Side): According to as yet very fragmentary reports, a small aircraft of some kind has hit a building at 524 E. 72nd Street. The Fire Dept of New York has declared a third alarm and dozens of firefighters and EMS personnel are responding to the scene. There are believed to be injuries at the scene of the incident.

Few official details, including the type of aircraft and cause of the crash, are currently known. It is clear, however that multiple apartments or condos are burning in the vicinity of the 20th floor in a high-rise, and that a major rescue effort is underway at this time.

EmergencyNet News will bring you additional details as more official data becomes available

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