Keep your eyes out for signs of potential plots from terrorist groups, and keep your ears open to threats of lone-wolf violence within your community. If you notice any signs of terrorist activity, call 911, fill out this form [1] , or contact your local police department.

Most Muslims and Sikhs are NOT terrorists. The majority are very kind hospitable people, and both of these religions preach peace and non-violence. They are people just like you. Imagine how you'd feel if someone looked at you and judged you based on your skin color or something you were wearing. If you're serious about changing this mindset, consider visiting a mosque in your area and meeting some actual Muslims.

Whenever I see a Sikh man, Muslim man or Muslim woman, especially on an airplane, I am so worried that they are terrorists! What can I do to stop profiling Muslims and Sikhs as terrorists?

You'd better not. Questions or words that seem innocent to you may provoke them, and it may even put you and others in immediate danger.

Make sure you know the emergency procedures. Learn how to use fire escapes, how to extinguish fires and how to contact the emergency services. Being prepared is sometimes a good way to alleviate your fears.

No. This is very common, especially with people who have some louder hobbies like woodworking or exercising. If you're that concerned, maybe take your neighbor a gift so you can get a better idea of who they are and what their place is like. While you're there, joke about the noise to see if they explain it.

Most lone wolf terrorists are single, unemployed white males with a criminal record. Signs of mental illness are also common, as is isolation from society. Not every lone wolf fits this profile: go on behavior before you go on these traits. However, if you do choose to report a suspicious individual for stockpiling weapons or broadcasting intent, make sure to mention if they fit the profile of a lone wolf terrorist.

If you know someone in your community has an illegal store of weaponry, report them. If someone you know has assault rifles and other weapons built to kill large groups of people, even if they came by all those weapons legally, keep an eye on them or file a report.

Report any messages on social media, any personal messages, and anything that is said to you that suggests an individual is contemplating violence. This can include suicide threats as well as threats against others. Watch out for anyone espousing the belief that violence is rational or necessary.

If you hear a friend, family member, or acquaintance complain that they have been personally wronged by political events that are remote, listen carefully. 80 percent of future lone wolves are known to take politics personally, and claim that they have been wronged enough that violence would be justified.

Aside from people who seem out of place, look out for people soliciting donations for charities you don't recognize, workers in incomplete uniforms or uniforms that don't fit, or anyone presenting false or incomplete documents. Report it if someone tries to access a building, perhaps where you work, if they cannot prove they are authorized to enter.

In an ordinary situation, someone who is sweating, looking around anxiously, or otherwise acting panicked may have violent intent. Be especially suspicious of anyone who seems out of place, is wearing a uniform that does not match or otherwise isn't quite right, or who doesn't seem to know anyone in a social space.

If you notice someone you know, or someone who comes into a store you frequent, is purchasing (or stealing) explosives, weapons, ammunition, or bomb-making materials, you may be witnessing a potential terrorist. Bomb-making supplies can be as quotidian as fertilizer or beauty supplies.

Elicitation is the use of ordinary communications methods in order to gain sensitive information. If you have any information about military operations, capabilities, security procedures, or vulnerabilities, report anyone who tries to engage you in conversation on any of those points. If you find yourself speaking of anything sensitive, beware of eavesdroppers.

Terrorists gather information about a potential target when planning an attack. Acts such as monitoring or recording a security apparatus should raise a red flag. If you notice someone who is not involved with a building using the camera on their phone, a camera, or binoculars, be alert. If you see that someone has been drawing diagrams, blueprints or detailed maps, be suspicious.

Don’t try to fight back immediately. You should only use this as a last resort. Not only can it put you in the fire, it can harm others as well.

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