The Maine Army National Guard’s Civil Support Team (CST), in coordination with Maine’s Emergency Management Agency, will conduct “full-scale exercise intended to assess response and mitigation efforts by responders and emergency managers to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN) and explosive hazards, as well as to practice interagency communication, information sharing and coordination to complex man-made disasters.” “A full-scale inter-agency training exercise is happening the first week of June,” the Maine Emergency Management Agency said. The operation is called ‘Katahdin Shield 2024.’ “You will see increased activity from local, state, and federal agencies as they practice coordinating a response to chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats,” a flyer read. A full-scale inter-agency training exercise is happening the first week of June. Major impacts to the public are not anticipated. Learn more at https://t.co/J4kesHoFRs pic.twitter.com/2lrVkc3ct7 — Maine Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) (@MaineEMA) May 23, 2024 Per the Maine Emergency Management Agency: What is Katahdin Shield 2024? Maine Army National Guard’s Civil Support Team (CST), supported by Maine Emergency Management Agency, are sponsoring this full-scale exercise intended to assess response and mitigation efforts by responders and emergency managers to chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN) and explosive hazards, as well as to practice interagency communication, information sharing and coordination to complex man-made disasters. Participation of more than 30 agencies will be comprised of National Guard assets, Federal Agencies, Law Enforcement tactical and bomb teams as well as fire and hazmat teams. The public should be aware that any observed military, law enforcement, and fire response activities during the exercise are part of a simulated scenario and not indicative of a real-life emergency. When is this happening? The exercise takes place the week of June 3 – 6, 2024. The public can expect to see vehicles and teams arriving the first weekend in June as agencies gear up for the week of events. Where is this happening? Activities will take place across the state with significant activity in and around Casco Bay in Portland and South Portland, Fort Williams, Winthrop and Houlton. Citizens are asked not to interfere with operations so that the exercise can be conducted as planned. “The 11th Civil Support Team (CST) is a Maine National Guard unit composed of Army and Air Force personnel whose mission is to support local, state, and federal first responders and emergency managers in the event of an accidental or intentional release of hazardous materials. The CST supports its civil partners by identifying hazardous materials, assessing potential consequences, and advising and assisting on how to respond to and mitigate hazards. This mission supports the traditional role of the National Guard in supporting states and the nation during natural and man-made disasters. Each state and territory in the United States has a Civil Support Team, who primarily support missions within their home state/territory but are capable of deploying to other states to provide additional support in the event of a major disaster,” the announcement read. The Maine National Guard Will Conduct Training Exercises to Prepare for Nuclear Strikes on U.S. Soil. • Maine’s Emergency Management Agency, along with the Maine National Guard’s Civil Support Team, will conduct full-scale training exercises to prepare for a potential weapon of… pic.twitter.com/op8zunqixe — Bruce Snyder (@realBruceSnyder) May 24, 2024 Maine Wire reports: Katahdin Shield will have the participating agencies simulating a response to attacks on Maine from biological, chemical, explosive, radiological, and even nuclear weapons. The operation will also focus on communication and coordination between agencies in the event of a disaster. Training exercises will be held in multiple locations across the state, including in and around Casco Bay, Portland and South Portland, Fort Williams, Winthrop, and Houlton, which borders Canada. The public is asked not to approach the exercises to watch, or interfere in any way. It is unclear why Maine is holding the exercises now, or whether they come in response to particular world events.

A fearless feline chases and scares away a bear away from it’s home and up a tree. Any pet owner knows that every animal is different. Like humans, no two animals are exactly 100% the same. Not only do their looks and external appearance differ from one another, but their personalities vary greatly as well. RELATED: Brave Mama Cat Races In To Try And Save Her Kittens From A Barn On Fire Some dogs enjoy long, extended walks in every weather condition. Others, on the other hand, prefer to avoid walks and going outside at all costs. Wrangling a dog who dislikes walking and getting outside for a little bit of daily exercise can be a monumental and almost herculean task. Fearless Feline Sends Bear Up a Tree Cats are also not immune from these differences either. Some felines may like and desire constant attention, wanting someone always to pet and rub them. Other cats may not want anyone to touch them, choosing instead to keep a safe distance from everyone. RELATED: Cat Crashes Wedding and Ends up Finding a Home with the Newlyweds Additionally, some cats are "scaredy cats," so much so that seeing their own shadow is extremely disturbing and frightening. But other cats seem to have absolutely no fear. They will confront anyone and everyone, even when the odds appear not to be in their favor. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: Man's Cat Went Missing And Then Reappeared 15 Years After Vanishing A clip posted on YouTube shows a cat who has no fear whatsoever. The short, 28-second clip begins with a bear leisurely approaching a house. The bear has found something that has clearly interested it and has chosen to investigate. However, not everyone who lives in the house does not appreciate the bear’s intrusion, particularly a black-and-white cat. The cat sits and watches on a set of steps as the bear approaches and begins sniffing around, but seconds later, the bear is quickly running in the other direction. The cat has had enough of the uninvited guest and causes the bear to turn around as the cat gives chase, running the bear up a nearby tree. Most cats would not have dared tangle with a creature as large as a bear, but it's evident that the cat in the video is not like other felines. It looks completely fearless. Isaiah 41:10 "Have no fear, for I am with you; do not be looking about in trouble, for I am your God; I will give you strength, yes, I will be your helper; yes, my true right hand will be your support." WATCH: Fearless Feline Chases Bear Intruder Away From Home  LISTEN: Actor David Soul Found Faith Again Before Death | Judge Has Clever Punishment for Woman Who Lost It h/t: GodTube Featured Image Credit: YouTube/Viralhog The post Fearless Feline Sends Bear Intruder Up a Tree appeared first on GodUpdates.

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In a bold move, the UK has announced a sweeping change in deportation rules, now banning all Muslim extremists from the country. Dangerous hate preachers spewing vile extremism in our communities could be blocked from entering the UK, while those already here could be deported, the government has announced. GB NewsAlongside individuals, the government said […]

Secretary of State Antony Blinken has announced a measure that will directly affect certain Georgian citizens. The US will begin restricting their visas in response to their connection with the country’s so-called foreign agent bill. The Prime Minister called it blackmail.  It will also limit their ability to become part of the EU and NATO. […] The post Georgia PM Accuses Secretary Blinken of Blackmailing them appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.