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I want to call in a bomb threat so I don't have to go to school how should I do that?
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Dozens of school closures, delayed openings and cancellations have been attributed to threats since the beginning of the school year. In recent months a spate of hoax bomb threats have caused widespread disruptions and anxiety in schools.

It is not known exactly how bomba threatsters are making their calls, but experts say there are several red flags to be aware of if you receive a call threatening a bomb.

1. Ask questions that show a lack of knowledge about the school and its layout – for example, inquiring when you would hear the bomb go off or what the bomb contains.
2. Insist that you must remain anonymous and offer to send letters instead.
3. Offer an outrageous amount of money in exchange for the school not being evacuated.
4. Request an evacuation at specific times or in a specific area, as this suggests knowledge of the school and a potential trigger for setting off a bomb.
5. Inquire about the location of the fire alarms or the type of explosive.

If you get an unmarked call, report it to the FBI and to local law enforcement in your area. If you need help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, or text 'START' to 741741 for free and confidential support 24/7.