AMBUSH AVOIDANCE

Typically, terrorists/insurgents engage in ambush tactics when they know the times, habits, and routes of travel (by land, air, or water) for selected human targets. Except for random ambushes, it is generally possible to avoid most ambushes by using variable travel times, routes, and methods while changing your typical appearance. In addition, the same route should not be used for return trips. Once local (indigenous) populations understand and appreciate your efforts, they will make an effort to provide you with an advance warning of any planned ambushes in their atea. (Population support is a proven method of dramatically reducing the ambush threat.)