In Defense of the Homeland. The United States government national threat level is "Elevated", or "Yellow". The U.S. threat level is High, or Orange, for all domestic and international flights. Only small amounts of liquids, aerosols and gels are allowed in carry-on baggage. What times do we live in! Rest assured NiagaraCounty stands at the ready! Our sheriff's deputies, emergency managers, municipal police chiefs, volunteer firefighters, municipal professional firefighters, public health responders, hospital workers, and public and utility workers are on the mark. They are prepared, equipped and trained for any situation, and, by bringing together information and resources, they are prepared for and will respond to a terrorist attack, natural disaster or other large-scale emergency. The thing is they are never satisfied for they must be our protectors the first time, every time. They are a dynamic group of dedicated individuals who make us all sleep better at night.