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Police: No Threats To Boston 4th Of July Celebration

BOSTON (CBS) -- Boston's big Fourth of July Celebration promises to be a great show and security is tighter than ever.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Mark Katic reports

Police: No Threats To Boston 4th Of July Celebration

On Wednesday morning, State Police divers were sweeping the docks along the Esplanade.

Esplanade Security
State Police have shut down parts of Storrow Drive near the Esplanade for security precautions. (Photo by Mark Lund)

As performers did their sound checks on stage, police did their own checks around the park.

Investigators say there are no known threats to the celebration but spectators can expect to see more patrols on the ground and in the air this year.

There will also be a heavy undercover police presence.

See: Planning Guide For Spending The 4th On The Esplanade

The State Police Airwing will be watching from above with an infrared camera on the crowds.

On the ground, revelers will be subject to extra security precautions.

Read: Security Changes

Expect all bags to be searched when entering the park and additional restrictions on what you can bring in.

But organizers believe ultimately the extra security won't keep people away as the weather forecast looks clear for the show.

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