FDNY Holds Annual "Bio-Pod" Drill
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The New York City Fire Department held its annual "bio-pod" drill yesterday to prepare for a biological outbreak.
During the simulation, firefighters practiced inoculating members of the department quickly and efficiently. A flu vaccine was administered at nine stations and three mobile units throughout the city.
Retired and off-duty members of the department were covered as well.
"We're also offering vaccines today to our off-duty and retired members, particularly to our retirees who've been exposed to the World Trade Center and who might need this flu vaccination because of their respiratory problems," said FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kerry Kelly.
A computer system was set up to track each station's up-to-the-minute status on the vaccinations.
The exercise began after the September 11th terror attacks and is now in its sixth year.