Why is anthrax a threat?
Anthrax spores are the top choice in biological weapons for “germ warfare.” Anthrax is effective as a biological weapon because it is almost always DEADLY if not treated early. Spores can be produced in large quantities using basic knowledge of biology. Spores can be stored for decades without losing potency. Spores can be easily spread in the air by missiles, rockets, artillery, aerial bombs & sprayers. We KNOW there are potential adversaries developing it as a weapon. At least 7 of our potential adversaries have worked to develop an offensive biological warfare capability using anthrax. Iraq has admitted to producing and weaponizing anthrax. The Former Soviet Union produced hundreds of tons of weapons-grade anthrax spores. • There is no indication of exposure. • There is no cloud or color. • There is no smell. • There is no taste. • There is no indication of an attack when dispersed by aerosol spray. • There is no effective treatment for unvaccinated victims of inhalational anthrax.
