GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Warm weather is giving way to cold, which means you should prepare your vehicle now for winter. One important thing to know before you hit the road in winter is that Germany has different tire requirements than the United States. European winter tires…
Transportation Security Administration news release Beginning October 1, 2020, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. Military IDs and DOD dependent ID cards are acceptable forms of ID. …
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The 2019 Oktoberfest in Munich runs Sept. 21 through Oct. 6 and fest-goers can expect to see stringent security measures again, according to the official website. The heightened security plans include a secured perimeter, a significant police presence with up to 600 police officers of…
USAG Bavaria Provost Marshal Remember – while here in Germany, you must have all of your Privately Owned Vehicles (POVs) registered at all times. You must register your vehicle in one of two statuses: either as OPERATIONAL or NON-OPERATIONAL. Plan, prepare and take care of…
by Savannah Robinson, American Red Cross Field Office Coordinator VILSECK, Germany — September is National Preparedness Month. It’s the perfect time for people to get their household ready in case an emergency should occur. The American Red Cross prepares all year for disasters and urges everyone to Be Red…
The U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Antiterrorism Office recommends residents stay up-to-date through local news sources about the area they live when they are in or out-of-town. Several apps are available to get notified about official alerts and weather warnings. KATWARN KATWARN is a free mobile app service…
USAG Bavaria Provost Marshal Our OPTEMPO in Bavaria has increased. There are many more tactical vehicles driving along the tank trail between Tower Barracks from Gate 4 to Rose Barracks Gate 3. As you utilize this paved tank trail, you should look out for several things: Watch…
Army Senior Leaders are committed to building a ready and resilient force by sustaining personal readiness and mitigating high-risk behaviors that run counter to the Army profession. Those who serve our great nation pledge to treat themselves and others with dignity and respect and expect others to do the…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Staying informed of weather and road conditions is easy. But understanding what occurs between the fall of the first snowflake and the decisions that follow is more complex. Inclement weather that arrives during the fall and winter months sets into motion a series of events…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — An insider threat is a malicious threat to an organization that comes from a person or people within the organization. Insider threats can include employees, former employees, contractors or business associates. Insider threats typically have inside information concerning the organization’s security practices and data and…