That’s my Onion-like headline that came to mind when I read this opinion piece in Sunday’s NY Times: The Smart Way to Be Scared. The author makes a good case for ignoring the government’s suggestion to buy plastic sheeting and duct tape in case of a biological or chemical attack. “Your risk of dying in a car accident while driving to buy duct tape likely exceeds your risk of dying because you lacked duct tape.” Better to pick up some potassium iodide pills to prevent some effects of fallout in case a dirty bomb goes off.
Here’s the perfect story for nervous types: Terrorism ‘Not Likely’ Cause Of Fire At Local Laundromat.