Since the snowflakes are hyper over the latest events in Iran, here's a radiation map you can use to monitor radiation levels in real time (updated every minute). Just in case SHTF. Maps are available for the USA, Europe, Japan, and Australia. It's a crowd-sourced function similar to the chans as opposed to a university or government network.

http://www.radiationnetwork.com/index.htm

Welcome to RadiationNetwork.com, home of the National Radiation Map, depicting environmental radiation levels across the USA, updated in real time every minute. This is the first web site where the average citizen (or anyone in the world) can see what radiation levels are anywhere in the USA at any time.

*Readings not Equalized means the Monitoring Stations are broadcasting the raw radiation count from their Geiger counters, without adjustment for different count rates existing between various Geiger counter designs. For instance, models built around a "Pancake" (see Map Legend) style of Geiger-Mueller tube typically have about a 3 times count rate over Standard tubed models, so their readings in CPM would be expected to average about 3 times higher, anyway.

How the Map Works:

A growing number of Radiation Monitoring Stations across the country (and world), using various models of Geiger Counters, upload their Radiation Count data in real time to their computer using a Data Cable, and then over the Internet to this web site, all of this accomplished through GeigerGraph for Networks software. This system is completely automated - there is no manual posting of data required.

How to Read the Map:

Referring to the Map Legend at the bottom left corner of the map, locate Monitoring Stations around the country that are contributing radiation data to this map as you read this, and watch the numbers on those monitoring stations update as frequently as every minute (your browser will automatically refresh). The numbers represent radiation Counts per Minute, abbreviated CPM, and under normal conditions, quantify the level of background radiation, i.e. environmental radiation from outer space as well as from the earth's crust and air. Depending on your location, your elevation or altitude, and your model of Geiger counter, this background radiation level might average anywhere from 5 to 60 CPM, and while background radiation levels are random, it would be unusual for those levels to exceed 100 CPM, or 2.5 times a Station's baseline readings. Thus, the "Alert Level" for the National Radiation Map is the lesser of 100 CPM or 2.5 times normal, so if you see any Monitoring Stations with CPM value above 100, and/or further indicated by an Alert symbol over those stations, it probably means that some radioactive source above and beyond background radiation is responsible.

Notice the Time and Date Stamp at the bottom center of the Map, your indication of how recently the Radiation Levels have been updated to the Map.

How to Participate in the Nationwide Radiation Network:

If you want to join this nationwide grass roots effort to monitor the radiation in our environment, then this is all you need (click on the Software link):

• Compatible Geiger Counter (See models below)

• GeigerGraph Software and Data Cable

• Computer with Windows Operating System

• Internet Access (Direct connection preferred)

In fact, if you become an active participant in this network (instead of just a passive viewer of this website), the GeigerGraph software that you use will incorporate the same Radiation Map as above, but your map will be fully interactive, with zoom capabilities, descriptions of Nuclear Sites and Monitoring Stations, additional Map Layers, including Counties, Airports, Roads, Railroads, Lakes and Rivers, as well as downloadable City Streets for your county. Plus, in keeping with the elements of a true Network, the GeigerGraph software has its own Chat forum.

This is another crowd-sourced function from people who see something and then say something (based on a conversation I had with a DefConWarningSystem participant a couple of years ago). Good site to keep an eye on, especially if things get dicey. A bit alarmist, sometimes, though. DefCon Level 5 is the least worrisome level of concern.

https://defconwarningsystem.com/

https://www.defconwarningsystem.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=13762

"DEFCON Warning System – Update 1/3/20

Fri Jan 03, 2020 8:47 pm

This is the DEFCON Warning System. Alert status for 2 P.M., Friday, January 3rd, 2020. Condition code is Green. DEFCON 5.

There are currently no imminent nuclear threats at this time.

Recent events in the Middle East has drawn much attention. The United States assassinated a high-ranking Iranian commander after Iranian proxies stormed the U.S. Embassy in Iraq. At the moment, the situation is still raw and information is incoming. However, Iran has displayed a weakened hand by saying it will refer to legal avenues in response to the attack. It should be noted, however, that others in the Iranian regime are talking about harsher measures.

We are continuing to monitor the situation, but our current analysis does not foresee major military action over this incident. More likely, proxy attacks will continue over the course of time. The nature of these attacks will determine how the situation will flow. At the moment, we are waiting for a concrete response or lack of response from Iran. In the meantime, satellite photos have shown that Iran is building tunnels in Syria to store missiles, which are thought will be used in a future conflict with Israel.

Over in Asia, the deadline imposed by North Korea for the United States to make concessions has passed. While North Korea has said that it will emphasize more strategic weapons, it has not been more specific what it will do in response to the U.S. not meeting its demands. As of now, North Korea says denuclearization talks are off the table. The Korea Institute for Defense Analyses warns that North Korea could begin development of multiple-independent re-entry vehicles as early as this year.

The Russian Defense Minister says cooperation with NATO has been stopped, though he was noting a deterioration of relations rather than a specific event. Russia claims to lead the world in hypersonic weapons. It should be noted that Russia often exaggerates its military claims, but evidence shows it is making significant advancements in its military build-up and progress. Russia has put into service a missile it says can travel 27 times the speed of sound, though some are doubting the veracity of the claim. Russia also says it will end its offensive arms embargo against Iran in October of this year.

The United States will send 20,000 troops to Europe next April in its biggest military exercises on European soil since the Cold War, a move designed to underscore Washington’s commitment to NATO according to Major General Barre Seguin. Meanwhile, Turkey has threatened to close down NATO/American bases in retaliation for sanctions imposed on its country.

The United States has tested a missile previously banned under the old INF treaty. The House, meanwhile, has passed a bill barring the military from developing these types of weapons. China, for its part, has conducted a flight test of a new submarine-launched missile capable of hitting the entire United States with a nuclear warhead.

The DEFCON Warning System is a private intelligence organization which has monitored and assessed nuclear threats by national entities since 1984. It is not affiliated with any government agency and does not represent the alert status of any military branch. The public should make their own evaluations and not rely on the DEFCON Warning System for any strategic planning. At all times, citizens are urged to learn what steps to take in the event of a nuclear attack. If this had been an actual attack, the DEFCON Warning System will give radiation readings for areas that are reported to it. Your readings will vary. Official news sources will have radiation readings for your area.

For immediate updates, go to www.defconwarningsystem.com. Breaking news and important information can be found on the DEFCON Warning System community forum and on the DEFCON Twitter feed DEFCONWSalerts. You may also subscribe to the DEFCON Warning System mailing list. Note that Twitter and You Tube updates may be subject to delays. The next scheduled update is 2 P.M. Pacific Time, February 2nd, 2020. Additional updates will be made as the situation warrants, with more frequent updates at higher alert levels.

This concludes this broadcast of the DEFCON Warning System."