tugmoose Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 Homeland Security skeptical about NFL stadiums threat Associated Press WASHINGTON -- 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 warning, 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 for 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 he said 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. The nation's alert level remains at yellow, signaling an elevated risk of an attack. The threat level for airline flights is at orange, a higher level, where it has been since a foiled plot to bomb U.S.-bound commercial jets was revealed on Aug. 10. NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said stadiums around the country "are very well protected through the comprehensive security procedures we have in place, including secure facility perimeters, pat-downs and bag searches." Officials were made aware of the Web posting on Oct. 16. The threat was timed to be carried out on Sunday, Oct. 22, marking the final day in Mecca of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month. "The death toll will approach 100,000 from the initial blasts and countless other fatalities will later occur as result from radioactive fallout," according to a copy of the posting that was obtained by The Associated Press. The bombs, according to the posting, would be delivered to the stadiums in trucks. All but one of the stadiums -- Atlanta -- are open-air arenas, the posting noted, adding: "Due to the open air, the radiological fallout will destroy those not killed in the initial explosion." Explosions would be nearly simultaneous, the posting said, with the cities specifically chosen in different time zones. The posting said that al-Qaida would automatically be blamed for the attacks and predicted, "Later, through al-Jazeera, Osama bin Laden will issue a video message claiming responsibility for what he dubbed 'America's Hiroshima."' Tony Wyllie, the vice president of communications for the Houston Texans, said the team had been in contact with the NFL regarding what security precautions should be taken for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Copyright 2006 by The Associated Press Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 That's one of the half-dozen or so movies I only know from their Mad Magazine adaptations. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 I remember being fascinated by that movie poster as a kid. Looking at it now, I realize why: it's a giant tit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 Gigli? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 I have been hoping for some time that someone would put the Houston Texans out of their misery, but this seems a bit harsh... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tugmoose Posted October 18, 2006 Author Share Posted October 18, 2006 I remember being fascinated by that movie poster as a kid. Looking at it now, I realize why: it's a giant tit.but what a way to go! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dude Posted October 18, 2006 Share Posted October 18, 2006 I remember being fascinated by that movie poster as a kid. Looking at it now, I realize why: it's a giant tit.This movie puts that idea to good use. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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paul137 Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 the local news told us not to worry that ford field was not on the list (the lions are in new york plying the jets this week). they said that lions fans had nothing to worry about. it still doesn't put me out of my misery for purchasing my season tickets for yet another amazing year of lions football. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
austrya Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 The terrorists must know how bad the Lions suck. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
anodyne Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 the browns have been bombing enough without the terrorists helping. just an aside, but i bet even osama hates art modell. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EL the Famous Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 even the terrorists fear the Bears D...or maybe just the shitty parking at soldiers field. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 but what a way to go! Tits aside, that is one awesome tshirt. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
preevyet Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 I dont think terrorists will worry about the football games too much. They will just leave it to the fans and players to kill each other with batteries, ice shards, and any other projectile items they can get there hands on. Not to mention the random brawls that break out clear down to the little league level, haha. 'Erg, my son got tackled, i must destory the one who did this!' Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Man charged for stadium threat hoax Quote Link to post Share on other sites
A Sea of Broken Hearts Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 it was you, wasn't it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
A Sea of Broken Hearts Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 it was you, wasn't it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mchchef1 Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Hey, is this the TIT thread Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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