Ten patients were brought 'Extensive
Casualties' in Wake of Pentagon Attack to Invoke Alexandria Hospital
suffering from injuries ranging from burns to head lacerations, according
to Kathleen Barry, chief nurse executive. By 1 p.m., two had been discharged,
seven were in stable condition and one was in critical condition suffering
from smoke inhalation.
Virginia Hospital Center
in Arlington reported treating 30 patients, eight of whom were in critical
condition, according to a spokeswoman. She said the hospital had set
up a command center to help families locate relatives who may have been
victims.
Georgetown University Hospital reported one serious injury. Washington
Hospital Center is treating seven burn victims, officials reported.
Earlier reports of other
explosions in the Washington region, at the State Department and the
Capitol, were not accurate, law enforcement officials said. In reaction
to the attacks the US Navy's Atlantic fleet sent warships to bolster
the air defenses of Washington and New York City. It also has sent US
Marines and medical personnel to both cities to lend support. Virginia
Gov. James Glimmer (R) activated National Guard members for rescue duty
and ordered special search and rescue teams and state police to the
Pentagon attack site. The governor also closed state government.