The NOAA alerted the National Weather Service about potential attacks from the group Veterans on Patrol, which falsely claims Doppler radars are used as "weather weapons." The group plans penetration drills on NEXRAD sites to seek vulnerabilities. NEXRAD is crucial for weather monitoring, especially in identifying dangerous storms. The article highlights that such conspiracy theories can stem from misconceptions similar to those surrounding 5G technology during the COVID-19 pandemic. NOAA and NWS staff are now urged to stay alert at these sites, reflecting the heightened security concerns amid cuts to government services.
It's not clear what Veterans on Patrol sees as threatening about radar - the group was previously focused on white nationalism and Pizzagate-style government conspiracies.
NWS staff have been advised to use the buddy system when working at remote radar sites and report anything suspicious to the authorities.
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