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Bomb Threat A threat, usually verbal or written, to detonate an explosive or incendiary device to cause property damage, death, or injuries, whether or not such a device actually exists. Typically delivered by telephone, the majority of such threats are intended to cause disruption, revenge, or play practical jokes, rather than warning of real devices. • •
For assistance with action guidelines download the UM Bomb Threat Data Form at www.miami.edu/prepare Call your campus emergency phone number.
Action Guidelines If you receive a bomb threat via phone ask the following questions: • What time/day is the bomb going to explode? • Where is the bomb located? • What does it look like? • What kind of bomb is it? • What will cause it to explode? • Did you place the bomb? • Why? • What is your address? • What is your name? Attempt to identify the characteristics of the caller: • Male or female • Accent • Sober or intoxicated • Nervous or calm • Other identifiable characteristics in the caller’s voice • Background noise