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AHA and Health-ISAC Joint Threat Bulletin: Potential Terror Threat Targeting the Health Sector
The American Hospital Association (AHA) and Health-ISAC have issued a joint threat bulletin following the discovery of a social media post suggesting the active planning of a coordinated, multi-city terrorist attack on hospitals in the coming weeks.
This bulletin is being shared out of an abundance of caution to heighten awareness and preparedness within the healthcare sector.
The AHA and Health-ISAC are actively collaborating with the FBI to assess the threat and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
At this time, authorities have not been able to corroborate or discredit the credibility of the threat.
While foreign terrorist organizations typically do not announce planned attacks in advance, the wide circulation of this post could inspire malicious activity against healthcare facilities.
Given the potential risks, health sector organizations are urged to take this threat seriously and review security measures.
- Review Emergency Response Plans
- Evaluate physical security, cybersecurity, and emergency management protocols to ensure preparedness.
- Strengthen coordination efforts between security teams and local law enforcement.
- Increase Situational Awareness
- Monitor suspicious individuals, vehicles, or activities near healthcare facilities.
- Ensure staff and security personnel remain alert and report any unusual behavior immediately.
- Engage with Law Enforcement
- Enhance collaboration with local, state, and federal authorities to facilitate rapid response if necessary.
- Report any concerning incidents directly to law enforcement agencies.
On March 18, 2025, a user identified as AXactual posted a message on X (formerly Twitter) referencing plans for a coordinated terrorist attack targeting healthcare organizations across multiple U.S. cities.
Authorities are analyzing the details of the post to determine its legitimacy and potential threat level.
Organizations within the healthcare sector are advised to remain vigilant and proactive in security measures. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
For any suspicious activity or credible threats, organizations should immediately notify local law enforcement and relevant security teams.
BROOKLYN PARK, MN – A small aircraft crashed in Brooklyn Park on Saturday afternoon, leaving no survivors, according to officials.
The incident occurred near the intersection of 109th Avenue North and Noble Parkway at approximately 12:20 p.m., as confirmed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
FAA officials identified the aircraft as a SOCATA TBM7, a single-engine business aircraft.
It had departed from Des Moines International Airport in Iowa and was en route to Anoka County–Blaine Airport in Minneapolis when it went down.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find a residential home on fire due to the impact.
Firefighters worked swiftly to extinguish the flames and evacuate nearby residents.
Authorities have confirmed that no one inside the home sustained injuries.
The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have launched an investigation into the crash, with the NTSB taking the lead.
Officials at the scene have not yet provided details on the number of occupants aboard the aircraft or the possible cause of the crash.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz acknowledged the tragic incident, stating that his administration is closely monitoring the situation.
“My team is in touch with local officials on the scene in Brooklyn Park, and we are monitoring the situation closely,” Walz wrote on X. “Grateful to the first responders answering the call.”
Authorities are expected to release further details as the investigation progresses.