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Fort Meade Orders Heightened Security, ID Checks Installation-Wide Amid Global Tensions
Fort Meade officials are tightening security across the installation as global tensions continue to rise.
The US Army announced on Tuesday, March 3, that increased force protection and security measures are now in effect installation-wide at the Anne Arundel County base, officials said in a message to the community.
The changes mean 100 percent ID checks will remain in place, random vehicle inspections will increase, and residents should expect a larger security presence around facilities, schools, housing areas, and high-traffic locations.
“Based on current global events, Fort Meade is im…