Radiation Detectors Fully Deployed

(Journal of Commerce Online – Thomas L. Gallagher)

DHS provides 100% scanning capability ahead of schedule

The Department of Homeland Security completed deployment of non-intrusive scanning equipment to detect radiation emanating from materials used in nuclear devices at all Northern border land ports of entry, DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano announced Thursday.

With the final installation October 29 at the Trout River, N.Y., port of entry, DHS passed a major security milestone two months ahead of schedule Secretary Napolitano said.

“Securing our Northern border while facilitating legitimate travel and trade requires a strategic combination of technology, personnel and infrastructure,” said Secretary Napolitano. “This technology enhances our capability to guard against terrorism and criminal threats while expediting border crossings for lawful trade and travel.” Read more here.