Among the cities to be pre-preemptively struck by Mexican forces were El Paso, La Paz, Laredo, and Brownsville-McAllen. Previous to the ground invasion by the Mexican Ground Forces, the Air Force of the Social Republic decimated Fort Hood in a preemptive strike. Massive amounts of military equipment and supplies were destroyed. Contact with the base was lost, disconnecting much of Brazoria's most senior military officials from their President. Many among the Conservative Party of Brazoria that the attack was also at the hands of Hispanic-Brazorians, along with speculation that the President has dismissed. Prime Minister Steven Hong of Sierra launched much of Sierra's military into Sonora where the two forces clashed heavily in the form of naval skirmishes and aerial engagements.