| IDEA Code | 225 |
| Name | Unconventional weapons attack |
| Description | All uses of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD), including chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear weapons use, not otherwise specified. Includes all intentional, generic poisonings of individuals and groups (code to Chem-bio attack if a chemical or biological poison is identified). Also includes throwing corrosive materials (e.g., acid) at individuals. The detection by authorities of an unconventional weapon (e.g., finding anthrax spores) is coded to Security alert. |
| Usage Notes | Does not include the use of depleted uranium tipped shells/missiles. |
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