CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive)

CBRNE stands for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive threats, representing a range of hazardous materials and devices that can cause serious harm or destruction. Chemical threats involve toxic chemicals causing injury or death; biological threats include pathogens or toxins causing illness; radiological threats involve radioactive materials releasing harmful radiation; nuclear threats encompass nuclear bombs or devices producing explosive energy and radiation; and explosive threats include bombs or devices causing physical destruction and injury. Preparedness and response strategies aim to detect, contain, and mitigate these dangers to protect public health and safety during emergencies.