02-513
Mount Rushmore National Memorial (SD)
Bomb Threat
According to an Associated Press report that appeared on Saturday, a
man named Shueyb Mossa Jokhan has been sentenced to federal prison for a
terrorist bombing targeting Mount Rushmore. Park staff had been unaware
of this threat and are working with the FBI to obtain additional
details. An excerpt from the report, bylined from Fort Lauderdale,
Florida, follows: "A Trinidadian immigrant received a federal prison
sentence of about five years Friday for a terrorist bombing plot hatched
in a mosque. Shueyb Mossa Jokhan suggested Mount Rushmore National
Memorial as a target after he, a Pakistani Muslim, and FBI informants
talked about bombing an armory, electrical substations and Jewish
businesses. No attacks were launched and no weapons were obtained. The
investigation began before last year's September 11
attacks."
[Submitted by Mike Pflaum, Chief Ranger]
02-514
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (PA)
Special Event: Governor's Bike Ride
On October 3, the park hosted most of the first day of the Governor's
Keystone 2002 Bicycle Ride, an annual event begun by the administration
of governor Tom Ridge and continued this year by governor Mark
Schweiker. The ride showcases Pennsylvania's interest in protecting the
environment, enhancing tourism, and fostering healthy outdoor
activities. This year's ride started at Grey Towers, the home of Forest
Service founder and past governor Gifford Pinchot. The site, now a
national landmark administered by the Forest Service, is on the north
end of the park in the town of Milford. From there, the ride went
through about 20 miles of the park's Pennsylvania District, then on to
Philadelphia. Over 600 cyclists (including the superintendent, deputy
superintendent, rangers and other park staff) participated. The first
stop was at the park's Bushkill Access on the Delaware River, where the
governor spoke briefly. Later that afternoon, the bicyclists exited the
park through the borough of Delaware Water Gap. The event was supported
by members of the park's maintenance, protection and administrative
staff, working under ICS. Security was coordinated by the park and
Pennsylvania State Police. There were no major incidents or injuries.
[Submitted by Ed Whitaker, District Ranger/Incident
Commander]
02-515
Cape Hatteras National Seashore (NC)
Drowning
J.F., 14, of New Carlisle, Ohio, was wading in the surf with
her three siblings just north of Buxton Village late on the morning of
Tuesday, October 1. Her parents called the children to shore; before
they got to the beach, J.F., a non-swimmer, stepped into deep water and
disappeared from view. Her mother ran down the beach and contacted some
people who dialed 911 for assistance. Dare County dispatch notified all
local rescue and emergency services. Hatteras DR Steve Ryan responded
from Frisco Campground, about ten miles from the scene. When he got
there, he climbed a nearby sand dune and used binoculars to spot J.F.
in the ocean. He then swam to her through rough surf and strong currents
along with a member of a local rescue service. J.F. was brought to
shore and CPR was begun. She was taken to a clinic in Avon, where her
pulse and breathing were restored. She was then taken to a Norfolk
hospital by Dare County Medflight. Doctors were unable to maintain her
breathing and heart beat without life support, though, and it was
withdrawn on October 3 following a determination that she had no chance
of recovery.
[Submitted by Jeff Cobb, Chief Ranger, Outer
Banks Group]
02-516
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (AZ,UT)
Attempted Homicide
Rangers Matt Fisher and Ben McKay responded to a report of a stabbing
victim at the Wahweap ranger station on September 12. R.C.,
who had been stabbed with a pair of scissors, had been brought there by
his brother, L.C.. R.C. was found to be suffering from a
sucking chest wound. He was stabilized and taken to a local hospital.
The suspected assailant was identified as C.B., who was found
near the crime scene. C.B. was seen walking out of a concession
dormitory with the scissors in his hand, and was overheard saying that
he needed to find a place to bury them. At the time of contact,
C.B.'s blood alcohol level was .333. Rangers Eric Scott and Jared St.
Clair tracked C.B.'s movement from the crime scene through the desert
and found the scissors down a 30-foot embankment. The park is
investigating jointly with the county sheriff's
office.
[Submitted by Mike Mayer, Assistant Chief Ranger]
FIRE MANAGEMENT
National Fire Situation
Preparedness Level 2
Initial attack continued to be light nationwide. There were 75 new fires, none of which escaped initial attack. Very high to extreme fire indices were reported in Arizona, California, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Oregon.
National Resource Commitments
| Day |
Mon |
Tue |
Wed |
Thu |
Fri |
Sat |
Sun |
Mon |
| Date |
9/30 |
10/1 |
10/2 |
10/3 |
10/4 |
10/5 |
10/6 |
10/7 |
| Crews |
130 |
52 |
60 |
18 |
15 |
20 |
16 |
26 |
| Engines |
270 |
156 |
196 |
20 |
44 |
56 |
63 |
83 |
| Helicopters |
37 |
23 |
23 |
10 |
9 |
12 |
17 |
16 |
| Air Tankers |
2 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| Overhead |
1,189 |
1,097 |
828 |
141 |
112 |
387 |
362 |
440 |
National Team Commitments
No incident management teams committed.
National Fire Highlights
No significant fires.
Park Fire Situation
No reports.
OPERATIONAL NOTES
NPS Office at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
December 2-12: Driver Instructor Training
Dates: 12/02/2002 - 12/12/2002
Location: FLETC, Glynco, GA
The course provides training for driving instructors. The curriculum includes highway response, defensive driving, skid control, vehicle stops, pursuit driving, and evasive maneuvers.
The announcement closes on November 6.
[Submitted by Wiley Golden, FLETC, WASO FLETC-NPS, 912-267-2246]
NPS Office at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
December 2-13: Physical Fitness Coordinator Training
Dates: 12/02/2002 - 12/13/2002
Location: FLETC, Glynco, GA
The program traings protection personnel to coordinate physical fitness and wellness programs.
Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to administer FLETC's five-part physical efficiency battery (PEB) and other assessment modes.
The announcement closes on November 6.[Submitted by Wiley Golden, FLETC, WASO FLETC-NPS at NP-WASO, 912-267-2246]
Submission standards for the Morning Report can be found on the left side of the front page of InsideNPS. All reports should be submitted via email to Bill Halainen at Delaware Water Gap NRA, with a copy to your regional office and a copy to Dennis Burnett in Division of Law Enforcement and Emergency Services, WASO.
Prepared by the Division of Law Enforcement and Emergency Services, WASO, with the cooperation and support of Delaware Water Gap NRA.