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When Macro-Threats Abound, Self-Sufficiency Is Required

Abstract: "With advancements in swarm intelligence, artificial intelligence, and wireless mobile network technology, unmanned swarms such as unmanned aerial vehicles, ground vehicles, ships, and other unmanned systems are becoming increasingly autonomous and intelligent. Benefiting from these technologies, intelligent unmanned swarms are able to efficiently perform complex tasks through collaboration in various fields. However, malicious use of intelligent unmanned swarms raises concerns about the potential for significant damage to national infrastructures such as airports and power facilities. Defending against malicious activities is essential but challenging due to the swarms’ abilities to perceive, understand complex environments, and make accurate decisions through multi-system collaboration. This perspective sheds light on recent research in counter-measures and provides new trends and insights on how to prevent malicious actions by intelligent unmanned swarms."

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10018545/

https://www.newscientist.com/article/2357548-us-military-plan-to-create-huge-autonomous-drone-swarms-sparks-concern/

https://www.defensedaily.com/darpa-exploring-use-of-drone-swarms-under-amass-program/advanced-transformational-technology/

https://thedefensepost.com/2023/02/08/pentagon-drone-swarms/

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Fix These Things Now, A Repeat Episode Is Not An Option

Multiple Levels Of Mis-steps Resulted In Catastrophic Failure

"Public safety" assumptions went up in smoke after multiple days of passive reaction
80+ years of underbrush accumulation by The National Forest Service provided fuel for fire
Aerial water was not immediately deployed when it could of been "due to cost"
Local decision-makers rejected published weather reports warning of high winds
Tax-payer posts were abandoned because of a holiday weekend
The true cause of the fire may not have been a couple of kids playing with matches
Despite pleas of early warning sirens being activated by patrol personnel, delays ensued

OGARC: Established In 2017, After The Gatlinburg Fire

We Train For Both Natural & Malevolent Threats

Gatlinburg Tennessee decision-makers unwisely built & relied on a ground-based-in-the-woods repeater system for 1st responders, which burned to the ground. This is in an area where wildfires historically occur.

Off-Grid Auxcomm Radio Club was formed as a result and is now a small group of self-funded volunteer civilians who train to try to help their neighbors in case of future incidents.

OGARC FCC Callsign: KN4CVN

Monday Morning Quarter-Backing Ideas

Structuring your personal life to include some "what ifs" is not at all "extreme" as some would say about being prepared for black swan events

Those of us who are better prepared, may have less to worry about and might just be more relaxed if bad happens; proactivity has many benefits, but not necessarily a high cost

It may be helpful to know that normalcy bias can personally be very difficult to fight, on many levels as revealed by the Gatlinburg Fire Incident: Day 1 the fire was only 1 acre in size and not taken very seriously. Then it grew to 6 acres which continued growing to 10 acres the next day, then 25 acres, then 250 acres- 10x the previous day's size- and yet, life generally went on as if nothing tragic could happen; by both leaders and the general public including the tourists vacationing and dining in outdoor restaurants despite heavy smoke & masks being worn

Everything was just fine for a while, until it wasn't!

A Tragic 2024 Case Study From Which To Learn

Days Later Over 200,000 Souls Are Still Without Electricity

The advice-givers' advice clearly shows that we each must each think for ourselves. In the article below, a clueless advice-giver actually has the audacity to say this:

"If you are in need of food, water, gas or internet around Asheville, check the Citizen Times for an updated list of locations open for shopping."

So, you find yourself with your power off and your cell phone doesn't work... so how on God's green earth are you going to check the Citizen Times for an updated list of locations open for shopping?

Mandatory drug tests may be warranted here-

https://www.yahoo.com/news/power-outage-map-heres-where-165651007.html

OGARC's Stated Objective & Operational Guide

True This: United We Stand, Divided We Fall

“We don't rise to the level of our expectations, we fall to the level of our training.” ― Archilochus

When Macro-Threats Abound, Self-Sufficiency Is Required

Knowledge + Proactivity Out-Flank Force Majeur

Is "Leaving The Societal Herd" Sometimes Appropriate?

Exposing Normalcy Bias: The Gatlinburg Fire Incident

Fix These Things Now, A Repeat Episode Is Not An Option

Multiple Levels Of Mis-steps Resulted In Catastrophic Failure

OGARC: Established In 2017, After The Gatlinburg Fire

We Train For Both Natural & Malevolent Threats

Monday Morning Quarter-Backing Ideas

For Emergency Managers

We Stand Ready To Help With Your Mission

A Tragic 2024 Case Study From Which To Learn

Ironically, Flooding Destroyed The Basic Water Infrastructure

Grubby Times: Water & Food Distribution Centers Inaccessible

Who Ya Gonna Call? Widespread 70% Cell Phone Equipment Damaged

Days Later Over 200,000 Souls Are Still Without Electricity

Non-Political Facts Only, As Of October 2024

Is Self-Reliance More Trustworthy Than FEMA?

Hurricane Approaches, U.S. Congress Adjourns With No Action Taken?!

Check In & See How Operators Help In Disaster Zones

Early October 2024 Response Update

With No Cell Service, No Electrical Power, No Internet + Blocked Roads, Here Is FEMA's Advice. Of What Use Is This Brain-Dead Strategy?

Contact Us

Off-Grid AuxComm Radio Club Callsign: KN4CVN

Zip Us A Message, If The Internet Is Operable!

OGARC's Stated Objective & Operational Guide

True This: United We Stand, Divided We Fall

“We don't rise to the level of our expectations, we fall to the level of our training.” ― Archilochus

When Macro-Threats Abound, Self-Sufficiency Is Required

Knowledge + Proactivity Out-Flank Force Majeur

Is "Leaving The Societal Herd" Sometimes Appropriate?

Exposing Normalcy Bias: The Gatlinburg Fire Incident

Fix These Things Now, A Repeat Episode Is Not An Option

Multiple Levels Of Mis-steps Resulted In Catastrophic Failure

OGARC: Established In 2017, After The Gatlinburg Fire

We Train For Both Natural & Malevolent Threats

Monday Morning Quarter-Backing Ideas

For Emergency Managers

We Stand Ready To Help With Your Mission

A Tragic 2024 Case Study From Which To Learn

Ironically, Flooding Destroyed The Basic Water Infrastructure

Grubby Times: Water & Food Distribution Centers Inaccessible

Who Ya Gonna Call? Widespread 70% Cell Phone Equipment Damaged

Days Later Over 200,000 Souls Are Still Without Electricity

Non-Political Facts Only, As Of October 2024

Is Self-Reliance More Trustworthy Than FEMA?

Hurricane Approaches, U.S. Congress Adjourns With No Action Taken?!

Check In & See How Operators Help In Disaster Zones

Early October 2024 Response Update

With No Cell Service, No Electrical Power, No Internet + Blocked Roads, Here Is FEMA's Advice. Of What Use Is This Brain-Dead Strategy?

Contact Us

Off-Grid AuxComm Radio Club Callsign: KN4CVN

Zip Us A Message, If The Internet Is Operable!

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