GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — There are several laws and regulations you need to follow if you want to fly your own drone in Germany. The German drone rules are regulated by the “Bundesministerium fuer Verkehr und digitale Infrastruktur” and by the “Deutsche Flugsicherung,” the German version of the Federal…
A message from the USAG Bavaria Antiterrorism Office The next few weeks include a number of holiday celebrations and events that could be potential targets for terrorism. In addition to holiday fests and markets, other locations such as sporting events, tourist sites, restaurants, commercial centers, places of…
A message from the Directorate of Emergency Services, USAG Bavaria Here are a few reminders from the U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria Directorate of Emergency Services regarding what you need to know and carry with you when you travel around Europe. Military members and their families here in…
HOHENFELS, Germany — Germany is a country that puts great importance to the protection of the environment. Numerous highways and motorways pass through vast and picturesque forest areas and extensive fields where flora and fauna are under special protection and numerous species of animals have their habitat. Often,…
The DoD Antivirus Software License Agreement with McAfee allows active DoD service members and employees to utilize the antivirus software for home use. Home use of the antivirus products will not only protect personal computers, but will also potentially lessen the threat of malicious logic being introduced to…
GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany — The Great Chicago Fire, which began on Oct. 8, 1871, devastated the city, killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres of land. In commemoration, Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week…
By Tom Janis, Emergency Manager GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — National Preparedness Month, recognized each September, provides an opportunity to remind us that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year. This year’s NPM focused on planning, with an overarching theme: Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn…
By Kellie Matack, Emergency Management Assistant GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Each September, the United States and now many other countries, recognize National Preparedness Month. You are probably thinking, I don’t live in an area prone to disasters. Why is this important? Why and better yet, for what do…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The Tower Barracks Exchange Main Store and the Commissary will participate in a force protection and antiterrorism training exercise Aug. 23 beginning at 8:30 a.m. The exercise will begin at the Exchange Main Store at 8:30 a.m. and will move to the Commissary between 9 a.m. and…
by DoDEA-Europe East District Transportation Supervisor GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Safe student transportation is one of DoDEA-Europe East District’s highest priorities. The following highlights critical school transportation-related safety protocol and measures to keep students safe and prepared for the daily travel to and from their school. LOOK at and…