On Monday, new York mayor bill de Blasio announced plans to strengthen security measures during the annual parade on thanksgiving Day from Macy’s. This decision was taken in connection with the recent terrorist attack in Manhattan that claimed the lives of 8 people. The mayor said that the need to strengthen the protection of citizens is now «stronger than ever».
According to preliminary estimates, to see the ceremonial procession will gather about 3 million spectators – citizens and guests of the city. Their safety will be ensured by the forces of the NYPD. Police warn that the presence on the streets of a large number of armed officers, armed equipment, aviation and K-9 should not be taken by people as a signal of danger. These are precautions.
Despite the elaborate plan of the police, FBI officials encourage everyone to prepare in advance an individual «exit plan». Most likely, this plan will remain an idea, but he will not get lost and to leave the risk, if something happens unplanned.
For security purposes, also, the police have changed the hours of the parade. This year the procession will start 2 hours earlier than usual.
