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Props to DHS and Tom Ridge for assessing the Spain railway bombing, and taking prevenative measures for a possible terrorist attack in the USA.
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Press Releases
Fact Sheet: Rail and Transit Security Initiatives
The responsibility of securing our nation's rail and mass transit systems is a shared one. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Transportation (DOT) and other federal agencies have taken significant steps to enhance rail and transit security in the last two years in partnership with the public and private entities that own and operate the nation's transit and rail systems. Efforts the past two years have focused on greater information sharing between the industry and all levels of government, assessing vulnerabilities in the rail and transit sector to develop new security measures and plans, increasing training and public awareness campaigns and providing greater assistance and funding for rail transit activities.
Today, the Department announced additional security initiatives that aim to further reduce vulnerabilities to transit and rail systems and make commuters and transit riders more secure. Currently, the Federal government provides leadership and technical assistance to transit and rail system owners and operators. New initiatives to be undertaken will target three specific areas: threat response support capability, public awareness and participation, and future technological innovations.
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US warns of transport bomb attack
By Justin Webb
BBC Washington correspondent
Railways could be among the targets, the department warned
The US Department of Homeland Security has warned that bombs hidden in luggage could be used to attack buses and railways in big US cities this summer.
The warning came in a bulletin issued to police, local governments and the transport industry.
The department said it was made in the light of the recent attacks in Madrid.
There is said to be a specific threat, though it comes from an uncorroborated source described by one official as "only somewhat credible".
According to the bulletin issued to local authorities, the plot - if it exists - calls for the use of improvised explosive devices.
The devices could possibly be constructed of fertiliser and diesel fuel and concealed in luggage and carry-on bags, including duffle bags and backpacks.
The bulletin also warns transport managers to safeguard uniforms, badges, ID cards and other forms of official identification.
It says terrorists may exploit such items to gain easier access to areas not normally accessible to the general public.
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Press Releases
Fact Sheet: Rail and Transit Security Initiatives
The responsibility of securing our nation's rail and mass transit systems is a shared one. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Transportation (DOT) and other federal agencies have taken significant steps to enhance rail and transit security in the last two years in partnership with the public and private entities that own and operate the nation's transit and rail systems. Efforts the past two years have focused on greater information sharing between the industry and all levels of government, assessing vulnerabilities in the rail and transit sector to develop new security measures and plans, increasing training and public awareness campaigns and providing greater assistance and funding for rail transit activities.
Today, the Department announced additional security initiatives that aim to further reduce vulnerabilities to transit and rail systems and make commuters and transit riders more secure. Currently, the Federal government provides leadership and technical assistance to transit and rail system owners and operators. New initiatives to be undertaken will target three specific areas: threat response support capability, public awareness and participation, and future technological innovations.
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US warns of transport bomb attack
By Justin Webb
BBC Washington correspondent
Railways could be among the targets, the department warned
The US Department of Homeland Security has warned that bombs hidden in luggage could be used to attack buses and railways in big US cities this summer.
The warning came in a bulletin issued to police, local governments and the transport industry.
The department said it was made in the light of the recent attacks in Madrid.
There is said to be a specific threat, though it comes from an uncorroborated source described by one official as "only somewhat credible".
According to the bulletin issued to local authorities, the plot - if it exists - calls for the use of improvised explosive devices.
The devices could possibly be constructed of fertiliser and diesel fuel and concealed in luggage and carry-on bags, including duffle bags and backpacks.
The bulletin also warns transport managers to safeguard uniforms, badges, ID cards and other forms of official identification.
It says terrorists may exploit such items to gain easier access to areas not normally accessible to the general public.
