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National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin Issued

Details: Published: Tuesday, 21 January 2020 08:00

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DHS ISSUES NEW NTAS BULLETIN

WASHINGTON - January 18, 2020

The US Department of Homeland Security issued an NTAS BULLETIN on January 18, 2020 which highlights the general threat of terrorism in light of current geo-political develops worldwide. This BULLETIN is effective until March 18, 2020. The emphasis within this bulletin in on the general threats of terrorism and cyber-attacks by Iran. The BULLETIN encourages citizens to be prepared for cyber disruptions in addition to heightening your personal safety posture. Be Ready: Whenever, Wherever... in your hometown and while traveling... including on-line and within your cyber networks.

Since 2015, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has used this Bulletin to highlight the continuing terror threat to the U.S. Homeland. The United States is engaged in a generational fight against terrorists who seek to attack the American people, our country, and our way of life. An informed, vigilant and engaged public remains one of our greatest assets to identify potential terrorists and prevent attacks.

View pdf NTAS Advisory Bulletin Jan 18, 2020

Learn more about the National Terrorism Advisory System and view the latest NTAS Bulletin under our Hometown Security section.

Cybersecurity

Details: Published: Monday, 06 January 2020 08:01

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CISA Issues Statement on Iranian Cybersecuity Threats

We are connected in our daily lives. Our leisure, our personal finances, our economy – even our hometown security depends on a stable, trusted, reliable, safe and resilient cyberspace. We use these networks to communicate, travel, power our homes, automobile, offices, schools – just about everything we do – we do connected. Being connected also means being more exposed and the potential for disruption, interference or illicit activity. We all need to take an active role in our own Cybersecurity.

The State of Indiana encourages all Hoosiers to be aware of the digital threats to you and practice good cyber-security when on-line. Visit the Indiana Cyber-Security Hub for more information.

Learn more about protecting your personal online information on our Cybersecurity page.

Winter Weather Preparedness

Details: Published: Wednesday, 06 November 2019 08:00

As the oak leaves begin to fall and cut fields have a morning frost on them, it becomes a vibrant reminder that winter weather is just around the corner... and the time to prepare for winter weather is now.

Allen County residents know that severe winter storms are a possibility each year. Heavy snow fall, freezing rain, ice and dangerously cold temperatures are all possible so taking appropriate steps to prepare for these hazards can help reduce the risk of life-threatening situations and costly damage.

One step that Hoosiers can take to prepare their homes for winter is ridding gutters of debris or leaves before snow and ice accumulate. When gutters are clogged and the ice and snow from winter storms melt, water can back up and flow beneath a roof, causing costly water damage. A way to prevent debris and leaf build-up is to purchase a screen to cover the gutters.

We also recommend removing dead branches from trees surrounding the home. Ice and snow can weigh down branches which can lead to them snapping and damaging property.

Before winter arrives, homeowner insurance policies should be reviewed to ensure that coverage is adequate for the winter weather that occurs in Indiana each year.

Visit the our winter weather section to learn more about winter weather precautions at http://allencounty.us/homeland/winter-weather.

Then throughout the winter, use our Situation Awareness for Travel tab [on the right] for the latest weather and travel conditions information.

Indiana uses a standardized tool for assessing winter weather travel conditions. An advisory is issued when conditions are changing; i.e., ice forming on bridge decks or road surfaces, drifting across roadways, snow beginning to accumulate. A watch is used to communicate hazardous conditions occurring such as accumulating snow with forecast for more, significant icing, some roadways impassable due to drifting or timing of the snow. A warning is only issued when local resources are completely overwhelmed or travel would present a significant threat to the personal safety of our residents. A warning may not be issued without the Allen County Commissioners first declaring a local disaster.

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If You See Something - Say Something

Details: Published: Monday, 13 June 2016 07:11

If you see something

We continue to monitor national events and are prepared to take necessary precautions for citizens. No threat information with regard to Indiana has been identified. Hoosiers are urged to be vigilant in the wake of the most recent attack in Florida. The Allen County Office of Homeland Security reminds people that “if they see something suspicious, say something” by contacting our office using the contact information above or by using the tabs to the right on this page. If danger is imminent, call 911.

Hometown Security Starts at Home

Details: Published: Monday, 06 April 2015 10:36

Preparedness Kit

Our county becomes better-prepared and more-resilient when we all do our part to be ready.

Preparing for the unexpected doesn't have to be hard. Keep it simple. Focus on the basics: Be Informed; Make a Plan; Build a Kit; Get involved. Visit http://www.ready.gov/ for some great ideas that you can make your own. Get involved in your own hometown security http://allencounty.us/homeland/get-involved