"They were all aware. The potential for terrible things in this place is one of the biggest motivating factors for this project in the first place. It is the worst result, but it is not an unexpected result."

Harsh, but realistic. Severus is of course concerned for them, but wringing his hands won't help.

"Kate's message will be filtered through the communications department to see if her transmission's point of origin can be found. We will further assess our options when that's done."