How should FPS officers respond to a bomb threat?

The appropriate response for FPS officers when faced with a bomb threat is to follow established protocols, which include evacuation procedures and coordination with bomb disposal units. This response is crucial for maintaining safety and ensuring an organized approach to threat mitigation.

Proper protocol typically involves assessing the situation, securing the area, evacuating personnel as necessary, and working with law enforcement and bomb disposal specialists who have the expertise to handle such threats. Officers are trained to take bomb threats seriously and to act swiftly to minimize risk to life and property.

The other strategies are inadequate: ignoring the threat neglects the very real risks involved; attempting to defuse explosives without proper training and equipment can lead to catastrophic outcomes; and notifying the public via social media could cause panic and hamper emergency response efforts. Thus, following established protocols is the safest and most effective response in these situations.