China launches anti-terror drill for Olympics

Rescuers help the injured evacuate from the “chemical explosion” site outside the beach volleyball venue during an anti-terrorist exercise in Chaoyang Park of Beijing, capital of China, June 11, 2008. (Xinhua Photo)

The drills will test the sensitivity of the guards in the Olympic venues and the abilities of the anti-terror forces at all levels and the command center to respond to the emergency in a critical time, he said.

Special police forces have held numerous drills to cope with possible mass incidents and emergencies since last year. The drills that started on Wednesday will be the final round of practice before the Games begin in August.