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Upcoming IAEA Conference on Computer Security: Addressing Security for Safety
The growing range and number of cyber threats means that there is no single facility immune to cyber-attacks. In the case of nuclear installations and radiological facilities, computer-controlled systems are extensively used to support their core functions and operations. Information and computer security, therefore, are an essential part of nuclear security measures, along with physical protection, both for nuclear facilities and nuclear or other radioactive material facilities.
“The heightened awareness of cyber threats urges for further investment of resources towards improving computer security for nuclear security,” said Elena Buglova, Director of the IAEA’s Division of Nuclear Security. The IAEA offers countries assistance in addressing their needs in the area of computer security. In 2022, the IAEA organized 46 computer security-related events, an increase of 28 per cent from 2021, with a focus on national-level support for computer security regulations and inspections, and computer security exercises.
The IAEA is holding an International Conference on Computer Security in a Nuclear World: Security for Safety, from 19 to 23 June 2023 in Vienna, Austria, bringing together the international community to discuss developments and progress in protecting nuclear and other radioactive material activities against cyber-attacks.
The conference, the second of its kind with the first held in 2015, will provide the opportunity for countries to discuss and exchange about key elements of computer security, such as state level strategies, regulations, implementation of a computer security programme with protective measures, supply chain and incident response, as well as capacity building courses and exercises offered by the IAEA.
“Every participant will benefit from the technical sessions planned in the upcoming conference, as well as from a variety of hands-on demonstrations to be showcased,” said Buglova.
The conference will provide a global forum for competent authorities of IAEA member countries, nuclear operators, integrators and suppliers of security systems and other relevant international and industry organizations and institutions. It will feature…
CO 141 between Naturita and Gateway to close for flood safety — Colorado Department of Transportation
Southwest Colorado — CO Highway 141 will likely be closed between Naturita and Gateway on Friday evening due to forecasted high river flows. If the river reaches expected levels, the Colorado Department of Transportation plans to close the highway at 5 p.m. The highway will remain closed until the flood danger has subsided. This closure is dependent on various factors including snowmelt and reservoir releases. The public will be alerted once the official closure is in place. As flow amounts fluctuate, the bridge may require additional closures.
“River flows in the area have not been observed at these levels in 18 years. With the flood event expected to peak this Friday, we are taking proactive and cautionary measures at this particular bridge. Engineers and maintenance personnel will be assessing the structural integrity throughout this high-flow event,” stated Julie Constan, Regional Transportation Director.
For safety, CDOT has determined that the bridge structure at Roc Creek should be closed to traffic while peak water flows are occurring. The structure is located approximately 27.5 miles north of Naturita at Mile Point 88.5.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flood advisory for the Dolores River due to the increased release of water from McPhee Reservoir. The flood advisory also includes the Dolores and San Miguel Rivers due to heavy runoff from snowmelt. The flood advisory is in place until further notice and covers the counties of Montezuma, Dolores, San Miguel and Montrose.
Traffic Impacts
Check COtrip.org for current road closures and conditions or contact Southwest Region 5 Customer Service during weekday business hours 970-385-1423.
- The northbound closure point is located just north of Naturita and the County Road CC junction, MP 64
- The southbound closure point is located just south of Gateway, MP 110
- Do not bypass the closure barricades
For more information about the flood advisory, refer to the National Weather Service Flood Advisory. For more…
Military Access, Mobility & Safety Improvement Program Updates for Week of April 30 — Colorado Department of Transportation
Colorado Springs — Construction on Interstate 25 between South Academy Boulevard and Santa Fe Avenue requires ramp closures on Thursday night and overnight lane closures throughout the week to shift traffic barriers to prepare for the northbound traffic switch from mile 128 to 135.
Beginning at 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 30, and continuing until Wednesday, May 3, drivers can anticipate left lane closures on northbound I-25. On Thursday night May 4, drivers can anticipate various lane closures and ramp closers on northbound I-25 to perform the traffic switch. All lanes reopen at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday, and at 9 a.m. on Saturday.
The traffic switch that was originally scheduled for Saturday night, April 29 has been rescheduled for Thursday night, May 4. Northbound I-25 traffic will move to the newly constructed southbound lanes and will be head-to-head, separated by temporary barrier with 11-foot lanes and two-foot shoulders, so northbound lanes can be constructed. Motorists can expect new on- and off-ramps, lane closures, ramp closures and several detours with the traffic switch.
Northbound I-25 ramp closure detours include:
- Entrance 128 at Santa Fe Avenue.: Traffic will travel north on Santa Fe Avenue / CanAm Highway to South Academy Boulevard., turn west and enter I-25 at Entrance 135.
- Exit 132 at Mesa Ridge Parkway: Traffic will continue north to South Circle Drive, turn around and travel south to Exit 132A or 132B
- Entrance 132 at Mesa Ridge Parkway: Traffic will proceed west to southbound Entrance 132, travel south to Exit 128, turn east onto Santa Fe Avenue, continue north on CanAm Highway to South Academy Boulevard, turn west and enter I-25 at Entrance 135
- Exit 135 at South Academy Boulevard: Traffic will continue north to South Circle Drive, turn around and travel south to Exit 135
Construction schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change
Traffic Impacts
I-25 between U.S. 85/Fountain (mile 127) and South Academy Boulevard (mile 135)
Nighttime closures:
- Sunday, April 30, 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., northbound I-25 left lane closure between Mile Point 127 to 132
- Sunday, April 30, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m., northbound I-25 left…