The FBI and Department of Homeland Security issued a warning on Wednesday morning about large Fourth of July celebrations.
The security organizations say the biggest threats are lone offenders and small groups, who may have a larger agenda, and find large events such as holiday gatherings "attractive" targets, according to a bulletin.
"The political environment of the country certainly doesn't help," Aaron Katersky, a security correspondent, told ABC News. "The police are being told by the FBI and Department of Homeland Security to be on watch for these types of things that are notoriously difficult to guard against."
Katersky added that big cities including New York and San Francisco are likely potential targets.
He added that citizens should proceed with caution, however they should not panic.
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@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
What personal measures would you take to feel safe during large public celebrations, knowing there are potential security threats?
@9QDM24W2yrs2Y
I would not take many. I do not believe there would be such bad security threats.
@ISIDEWITH2yrs2Y
In your opinion, is it the responsibility of every citizen to be vigilant during large public events, or should we rely solely on law enforcement and security agencies?
@9QDM24W2yrs2Y
We should always be responsible for ourselves. However law enforcement and security agencies should be held at it's highest responsibility, as it is public safety.
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