US Military Bases Increase Security Amid Global Events
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Several U.S. military installations, including Whiteman Air Force Base, home of the B-2 stealth bomber, and Ellsworth Air Force Base, are enhancing security measures in response to current “world events.” U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) has directed these additional precautions across all military installations within its area of responsibility, encompassing the continental United States and Alaska.
Increased Security Measures Implemented
The increased security measures are not specific to any single base. USNORTHCOM, headquartered at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado, stated that visitors and employees should anticipate longer wait times when accessing military installations due to heightened security protocols. These increased Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures will remain in effect for as long as deemed necessary.
Officials emphasize that these enhanced security measures are proactive and not in response to any specific, credible threat against any particular installation.
Impact on Base Access
The 28th Bomb Wing, stationed at Ellsworth Air Force Base, issued a statement confirming the implementation of increased security measures within the current FPCON level. Specific details regarding these measures are being withheld to maintain operational security. However, base personnel and visitors should expect increased scrutiny and potential delays when entering the base.
While the military is not disclosing the precise nature of the enhanced security protocols, the message is clear: vigilance is heightened in response to the evolving global landscape. This includes enhanced readiness at bases like Whiteman Air Force Base, with its strategic B-2 stealth bombers, and Ellsworth Air Force Base, both critical components of national defense.
- Expect longer wait times at base entry points.
- Be prepared for increased security checks.
- Follow instructions from security personnel.