Two separate incidences where migrant workers clashed with authorities in Sichuan and Guangdong. This kind of thing always spooks TPTB.
You maybe in for a new round of internet slowdowns soon.
For me I have found that often while my internet connection to the house may have problems, my 3G connection through Unicom is always good and pretty fast. The fact that I can use a VPN through it theough my phone and tablet as well often meant that I would turn of wifi and connect via 3G.
You might want to look into a 3G card in your area as back up. (nice for laptops on the road too - internet everywhere)