Tuesday, August 23, 2011

9/11 Fears – Not So Much


Americans apparently don’t have a fear of flying this September 11th. Specifically, September 11, 2011, the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on America. According to a survey by Opinion Research Corporation, 84% of Americans wouldn’t have a problem flying on September 11, 2011. In fact, only 16% are fearful about flying on an airplane on a national holiday. Other survey findings regarding the 9/11 anniversary:


One-third of respondents would be concerned about being near a nuclear power plant on September 11th.
22% would avoid a chemical plant.
18% would avoid a sports stadium or entertainment venue with a large crowd of people.
16% would be concerned about being near an oil refinery.
13% would be concerned about being near a military base.
14% wouldn’t take a cruise.
11% wouldn’t take a train.
9% would avoid a ferry.