NYC’s Fourth of July Fireworks Under Heightened US Terror Alert
While authorities said there are no specific or credible threats tied to Friday’s event, officials urged heightened vigilance.
Photographer: Jeenah Moon/BloombergNew York City’s Fourth of July fireworks celebration could face security threats from extremist actors, including lone attackers and terrorist sympathizers, as tensions remain high following months of conflict in the Middle East, US officials said.
A joint threat assessment from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Department of Homeland Security, reviewed by Bloomberg News, said large public gatherings like the annual Macy’s fireworks show are “attractive targets” for ideologically motivated violence. The report outlines potential threats ranging from vehicle attacks and drone activity to cyber intrusions and foreign intelligence collection.