It's not good. But how I see it, some people in power want martial law, and it's better to implement the control mechanism of fear, in order to stop this, than to slide down that slipper slope where it will actually take root. Now the question becomes, are they nipping it in the bud? Or is this meant to insight martial law? Sadly I feel that no matter what they try to do to control the chaos, the perception of these actions can be weaponized.
It like holding a paper clip on the blade of the knife, the harder you try to hold it, the more your hand shakes. With that in mind. Do yourself a favor everyone, if the internet is overwhelming you, unplug. Turn off your modem, and leave your phone at home in a drawer. You aren't missing anything important if you shut it down for a day or two.