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RDD/IND Preparedness: The Importance of Plume Modeling

RDD/IND Preparedness: The Importance of Plume Modeling. Seventh Annual George Mason University Conference on Transport and Dispersion Modeling June 19, 2003 Craig Conklin Emergency Preparedness and Response Department of Homeland Security. What is an RDD/IND?.

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RDD/IND Preparedness: The Importance of Plume Modeling

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  1. RDD/IND Preparedness:The Importance of Plume Modeling Seventh Annual George Mason University Conference on Transport and Dispersion Modeling June 19, 2003 Craig Conklin Emergency Preparedness and Response Department of Homeland Security

  2. What is an RDD/IND? • RDD – Radiological Dispersal Device • Radioactive material (Cs-137, Co-60) + • Conventional explosives • IND – Improvised Nuclear Device • Stolen/modified “Suitcase” bomb • Crude nuclear bomb

  3. RDD/IND Working Group • Established June 28, 2002 • Initially managed by: • Office of Homeland Security • National Security Council • Phase 1 Report issued March 03 • 15 Recommendations based on 45 issues

  4. Phase 1 Recommendations • 15 Recommendations covered • Policy and Protocols • Preparedness and Prevention • Response and Recovery • Testing and Evaluation • All DHS Directorates must be involved in Phase 2 activities

  5. Phase 2 Kickoff • June 3, 2003 Kickoff Meeting • Undersecretary Asa Hutchinson • Executive Director John McGowan • Briefed Senior RDD/IND Working Group

  6. Mission Statement “To prepare policy options to prevent terrorist introduction or use of nuclear and/or radiological devices and material within the United States through detection, interdiction, neutralization, and disposal of such devices, and to respond quickly and effectively in the aftermath of a domestic nuclear and/or radiological event.”

  7. Working Group Structure • 6 Subgroups • Radiation Detection and Transportation • Radioactive/Orphan Source Management • Medical Preparedness and Response • Classification and Security Guidance • Science and Technology • Consequence Management, Site Restoration, Cleanup, and Decontamination • DHS Chairs all subgroups

  8. Consequence Management Recommendations • Clearly define Federal responsibilities • Develop a unified cleanup framework • Evaluate response capabilities • Assist in developing the National Response Plan • Address the unique aspects of a nuclear detonation • Identify appropriate plume models (TOPOFF2)

  9. Plume Modeling Issues • Timeliness of plume projections • Understanding of plume projections • Number of available models • Consistency of model inputs • Consistency of model results

  10. Importance of Modeling Efforts • Improving modeling capabilities • Identifying roles and responsibilities • Establishing response protocols • Maximizing efficient use of resources

  11. Concluding Remarks Questions?

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