Please Be Aware
The non-profit Faith-Based Information Sharing and Analysis Organization (FB – ISAO) this week issued a bulletin cautioning that overall and physical threat levels remain at SEVERE. This rating is based on the ongoing Iranian war, continued attacks on Houses of Worship (HOW) in Europe, Swatting incidents targeting US HOW this week, the attempted assassination plot of key White House officials to include President Trump and the interdiction of the threat to “kill as many Jews as possible” at Congregation Beth El in Houston (see below article for more information re: Congregation Beth El).
On April 29, an unidentified male stabbed two members of the Jewish Community in London, United Kingdom in what is to be an antisemitic attack. The victims are in serious condition, and the subject has been apprehended. See here for more information Iran-linked group claims responsibility for London terror attack injuring two Jewish men | The Times of Israel.
The Parkway East Commercial Street Bridge closure will be starting July 10, 2026, and run through August 3, 2026. Expect heavy delays and significant congestion along alternate routes. For more information and to view the map visit this notice. For real-time traffic updates, dial 511, download the 511PA mobile app or visit 511PA.
So far in 2026 we have logged 91 incidents in our Virtual Command Center which is in comparison to 98 at this time last year. Please continue to report any suspicious incidents via the Incident Report Form.
Security Matters in the News This Week
- Second teen arrested in connection with plot against Houston synagogue (jns.org)
- Security experts warn philanthropic, Jewish worlds at risk as AI supercharges cyber-attacks (eJewishPhilanthropy.com)
- Swastikas found in SouthSide Commons elevator (thebrownandwhite.com)
- Ft. Polk soldier charged for threatening to kill Jewish people in a synagogue (kalb.com)
BluePoint Status
BluePoint is now live in 35 of the 36 locations. Police boxes have been installed at 29 of our organizations, enabling law enforcement to have immediate access in an emergency.
Security Resources and/or Training
Power of Hello Training
The Power of Hello training equips you with the knowledge and skills to observe and evaluate suspicious behaviors. It empowers you to mitigate potential risk by knowing when to seek additional help. When used effectively, the right words can be a powerful tool. As we approach the High Holidays, proactive planning is essential to ensuring our communities remain safe, welcoming, and prepared. The Secure Community Network (SCN) is pleased to announce our 2026 High Holidays Safety and Security Webin...
Power of Hello Training
The Power of Hello training equips you with the knowledge and skills to observe and evaluate suspicious behaviors. It empowers you to mitigate potential risk by knowing when to seek additional help. When used effectively, the right words can be a powerful tool. As we approach the High Holidays, proactive planning is essential to ensuring our communities remain safe, welcoming, and prepared. The Secure Community Network (SCN) is pleased to announce our 2026 High Holidays Safety and Security Webin...
Ensuring Readiness, Security and Empowerment for the High Holidays
Is your community ready for the High Holidays? Securing Our Space offers practical guidance to strengthen both physical security and personal preparedness. Learn how to implement layered security measures, keep your emergency supplies accessible and empower your community to respond confidently and effectively during an incident. As we approach the High Holidays, proactive planning is essential to ensuring our communities remain safe, welcoming, and prepared. The Secure Community Network (SCN) i...
A Practical Discussion on Physical Security Improvements
Ask the Security Experts Join Secure Community Network for an interactive conversation about today’s most important physical security challenges. Hear practical recommendations from a nationally recognized security expert and leave with strategies you can put into action. PREPARE • PLAN • STRENGTHEN Speakers Debbie Gottlieb Director of Grants Management Secure Community Network Jeffrey Slotnick Founder & President, Setracon
In the event of an emergency, please be aware that we have adopted the Standard Response Protocol to best communicate across communities and emergency response teams.
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If you need Go Bags, Emergency Safety Procedures Flip Charts or medical supplies contact Erin Fagan at efagan@jfedpgh.org or 412-992-5252.
