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simulation at the same time as a real incident. Bad luck with stun grenades and the
broken window could have been tragic. The need to involve countless others, such
as air-trac control, the gas company and nearby building owners, is a lesson. The
surprisingly low toll, with 24 hostages and one hostage-taker surviving is a pleasant
surprise.