AmRRON is now at AmCON-4. Great job to all who covered the bands during Hurricane Ian! And a SUPERB job to the operators at the Eastern SIGCEN. There were four pieces of Health and Welfare traffic passed, and all four parties were found safe and well.
As of Saturday, October 1st, there were still reports of isolated communities which had received no outside contact, so we appreciate those of you in the east and southeast who are able to continue to monitor the Persistent Presence Net. Don’t forget, Puerto Rico is still knocked out from the hurricane a week prior to Ian.
However, we continue to monitor multiple probable threats to our power grids and telecommunications infrastructure:
Any of the above threats, or a combination of some or all, could result in a very rapid escalation with little to no warning, which could result in a regional, national, or continental grid down attack affecting commercial power and all telecommunications (satellite, oceanic fiber-optic capables, cellular systems, internet, etc.).
Remain vigilant and continue to train and practice, and participate in all scheduled training. Continue to make improvements in your station’s equipment and improving your skills.
After assessing the current war in Ukraine, we are lowering the AmCON from Level 2 (imminent/expected) to Level-3 (high probability/high risk). We have continuously monitored the situation for indications of cyber attacks against critical infrastructure in western nations. Based on our observations, the threat of disruptions appears to be contained to Russia, Ukraine, and surrounding nations.
We will continue to evaluate the situation and will adjust the AmCON levels up or down based on known threat indicators.
We are still at an elevated risk. Continue to maintain readiness, and including maintaining/repairing equipment, as well as training and participating in scheduled practice nets.
AmCON-2 at 20220224-1920Z
Confirmed: Multiple government websites in #Russia including the Kremlin and the Sate Duma have fallen offline; the incident comes amid a spate of cyberattacks targeting neighboring Ukraine (Twitter pic.twitter.com/K1pPQu7cHs
NetBlocks (@netblocks) February 24, 2022
Most significantly:
President Biden has been presented with cyberattack options that are designed to disrupt Russia’s ability to sustain its military operations in Ukraine (NBC):
— Global: MilitaryInfo (@Global_Mil_Info) February 24, 2022
AmRRON Special Instructions: No Change
Internet and TV turned off in Donetsk
https://mobile.twitter.com/loogunda/status/1496565524175728640?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
More psyops
Ukraine’s 53rd brigade “has also received this” –
@3PQKn3D4A2k4gvm
The text reads, “Ukrainian military servicemen! The Russian army is already in Donetsk and Luhansk. Return home while it isn’t late!”
https://mobile.twitter.com/loogunda/status/1496432079894200322?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw====
The publication “Strana” tells what restrictions await Ukraine, starting from this night:
— Restriction of freedom of movement, special entry-exit regime, car inspection;
— Ban on mass events and strikes;
— Curfew;
— Checking documents, searches of citizens and housing;
— Prohibition for conscripts and persons liable for military service to change registration without the permission of the military registration and enlistment office. Also a ban on their travel abroad;
— Prohibition on the dissemination of information that can “destabilize the situation”;
— Special regulation of communications and the Internet. Mobile phones may be banned;
— Temporary or irrevocable evacuation of the population can be carried out – with the provision of alternative housing.
@UkraineWarReport
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Nordstream 2 gas pipe from Russia to Germany is now on hold and the company that built it is now being sanctioned by the US administration.
It’s going to be a very cold winter!
– Amir Tsarfati
from Amir T.
Russia vs Ukraine
“In recent hours, there have been reports from the United States indicating that Russia is in the final stages of military preparation for an invasion into Ukraine.”
[JJS note]
Be prepared to go to AmCON 2 this afternoon/evening. More information to follow. Top off batteries, fuel, and ops check your gear.
Participate in upcoming nets.
Finalize comms plans with family/friends/local nets.
Stow any non essential electronics and hard drives in faraday.
As of the date of this posting (11 Dec 2021 @ 18:30 Pacific) AmRRON is raising the communications readiness level to AmCON-3. Numerous intelligence analyses indicate a high probability that Russia will conduct open combat operations against Ukraine. Analysts are generally in agreement that war could break out within the next 30 days, and possibly much sooner.
GPS disruptions and jamming are already being reported in the region (see below). It is expected that widespread cyber attacks will take place against NATO countries to disrupt command & control operations, which would likely emphasize internet and telecommunications, as well as potential power grid attacks.
As an emergency communications network for disasters and civil defense, we urge all of our operators to prepare to support information sharing in order to support each other and our communities. AmRRON members are urged to take the following actions:
Read this full posting, with background and intelligence resources at:
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