Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) Events Fact Sheet

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This document describes how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) uses Special Event Assessment Ratings (SEAR) to rate big events like the Super Bowl for safety risks. Events are given a SEAR level from 1 to 5, based on their importance and need for federal help. The federal government supports local officials with things like security teams and cyber checks, especially for top-level events. State or local officials can submit events each year to DHS for review and support if needed. Contact information is provided for more details or questions about SEAR events.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audience: Emergency Managers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Federal Government; Local Government; Security Measures; State Government; Risk Assessment; Public Health Surveillance

Institutions: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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