A New Jersey mayor has revealed startling guidance from the state regarding mysterious drones flying over the area. Belleville Mayor Michael Melham shared on Fox News’ “Faulkner Focus” that if any of these drones crash, authorities must treat the situation as a potential homeland security threat, involving bomb squads and Hazmat teams.
The skies over New Jersey have been buzzing with unusual drone activity, with some reportedly as large as cars. The unexplained nature of these drones has left local officials and residents on edge, prompting new protocols that reflect the severity of the situation.
Mayor Melham discussed these developments during his appearance on Friday’s episode of “Faulkner Focus.” According to Melham, the state has issued strict instructions for handling any downed drones.
“On the way here, I was on the phone with my OEM [Office of Emergency Management] team, and we now have guidance coming from the state,” Melham explained. “And that guidance does say two different things. First of all, if there is a downed drone in our vicinity, we’re immediately to call the bomb squad of our county. Second, our fire department has been instructed to make sure they wear Hazmat suits.”
The guidance suggests a high level of concern about these drones, treating them as more than just a hobbyist’s gadget. During the interview, host Harris Faulkner asked, “So, if something falls out of the sky that people have seen… you’re to treat this [like] more than a plane crash? It’s treated like an attack on the homeland?”
Melham affirmed, “That is correct, because they’re not quite sure if there’s a payload or not, and that’s what we were told during our briefing on Wednesday.”
The possibility of drones carrying a payload raises concerns about potential threats, whether from foreign adversaries, rogue entities, or advanced government technology.
Adding to the intrigue, Mayor Melham speculated that the drones might be linked to high-level government operations. “It sounds like it might very well be our highest-level government; it might be government assets that are being deployed as a countermeasure,” he suggested.
However, during a Wednesday press briefing, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh refuted claims that the drones belong to any foreign entity. Singh stated, “There is no Iranian ship off the coast of the United States, and there’s no so-called mothership launching drones towards the United States.”
Singh also denied that these were U.S. military drones, leaving the origin of the drones a mystery. “These are not U.S. military drones,” Singh clarified. “Again, this is being investigated by local law enforcement. Our initial assessment is that these are not drones or activities coming from a foreign entity or adversary.”
Earlier on @FaulknerFocus, Belleville NJ Mayor Michael Melham: Wait until you hear what we have been instructed to do if one of these large drones lands or hits the ground… #drones pic.twitter.com/cMuYaL2HJb
— HARRISFAULKNER (@HARRISFAULKNER) December 13, 2024
The unusual directive to involve bomb squads and Hazmat teams indicates the state’s seriousness about potential risks. Melham’s town and others are taking steps to ensure safety, but the lack of concrete information fuels speculation and unease.
For residents of Belleville and beyond, these developments highlight the importance of vigilance. The sheer scale of the drone sightings, with reports of hundreds of vehicles in the skies, raises questions about their purpose and the entities controlling them.
Despite reassurances from the Pentagon, uncertainty remains. If the drones are not foreign or military, who is responsible for them? Are they private entities conducting experiments, or could they represent a new, unexplained phenomenon?
Furthermore, the heightened measures suggest authorities are considering worst-case scenarios, such as drones being weaponized or carrying hazardous materials. These precautions are necessary but underline the seriousness of the unknown threat.
The investigation into these drones continues, led by local law enforcement and federal agencies. Meanwhile, towns like Belleville remain on high alert. As new information emerges, officials will need to balance transparency with security, ensuring public trust while addressing potential dangers.
In the meantime, residents are advised to report any unusual drone activity. As Melham’s guidance suggests, these are not ordinary drones, and each incident must be treated with utmost caution. The mystery of New Jersey’s skies remains unsolved, but one thing is clear: preparedness is paramount.
