Americans at July 4th celebrations warned of lone wolf terrorist threat
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Local and federal authorities prepare for potential threats during Fourth of July celebrations amid tensions between the US and Iran following military strikes on nuclear sites.
"I do believe that federal agencies will have more of an emphasis on identifying some type of emerging threat." Audrey Conklin is a digital reporter for Fox News Digital and FOX Business. Email tips to audrey.conklin@fox.com or on Twitter at @audpants.
"Due to the Iran conflict, the Department of Homeland Security has a National Threat Advisory System, and as of June 22, we are at a heightened threat environment," Michael Verden, founder and CEO of security firm The Lake Forest Group, told Fox News Digital. "That level will stay in place until September 22, and it could be extended based on the conflict in Iran."
Verden, a former USSS agent and law enforcement officer, added that certain 4th of July activities and travel will see increased security and precautionary measures "because of this heightened threat environment."
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