California, SF Officials Say No Terror Threats Reported
SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) ― State of California and city of San Francisco emergency officials said Monday that they had not detected any credible local threats in the immediate aftermath of Osama bin Laden's death.
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But due to concerns about a potential backlash for the killing of bin Laden, San Francisco police activated extra patrols at potential terrorist targets and state leaders urged Californians to report anything suspicious.
Officials again emphasized that there had been no specific threats reported and that the region has robust security measures in place that were prompted by the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
California Emergency Management Agency spokesman Jay Alan vowed that the state would remain vigilant for possible terrorist threats.
The agency indicated it would take extra measures prescribed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security if necessary. SFPD said they were also in contact with Homeland Security to stay aware of any changes or possible threats.
Alerts would be sent out if the federal government received specific or credible information.
"At this point, we're not hearing of anything," Alan said.
KCBS' Susan Kennedy Reports:
As a precautionary measure, the SFPD warned officers Monday to be alert to possible demonstrations or public gatherings.
While the nation's alert status remained the same at airports and transit hubs, SFPD Lt. Troy Dangerfield said police patrols would be paying particular attention to transit stations, places of worship and other areas where people gather to protest.
At San Francisco International Airport, spokesman Michael McCarron said officials had not made any changes to security or flights in light of Bin Laden's death.
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