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…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Community involvement in antiterrorism awareness is one major key when it comes to the defensive element of our fight against terrorists or other potential threats. The intent of the Antiterrorism Awareness Campaign, including August as Antiterrorism Awareness Month, is to instill and sustain heightened awareness and vigilance…
by Ruth Ploeger, Army Europe School Liaison Officer SEMBACH, Germany — While many yearn for the days of kids running rampant through town with no worries for their safety, the world and our understanding of the cognitive abilities of children has changed. Military installations are typically very…
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The Bavarian Parliament approved a new police law in May 2018 due to a new European Union Privacy Policy and a decision made by the Federal Constitutional Court. All German federal states were required to revise the police laws in light of the privacy policy…