Statewide Weapons Of Mass Destruction Drill Underway in Des Moines

Whotv.com reports: "DES MOINES, Iowa — This week you may notice extra emergency vehicles and public safety officers running around in tactical gear, Hazmat suits, and bomb suits. It’s a part of a statewide drill Des Moines is hosting Tuesday and Wednesday to prepare emergency personnel for dealing with weapons of mass destruction. Brian O’Keefe with the Des Moines Fire Department said emergency officials in Iowa need to be prepared for anything. “You know we’re number one seed producer with corn and soy, chicken embryo development, middle of the country heartland. So I’m sure all states access it...” said O’Keefe. More than 100 emergency response personnel from around the state will participate including bomb technicians, law enforcement and Iowa Homeland Security."