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Counterterrorism experts are arguing that security on America’s mass transit lines must be tightened in light of the foiled plot to attack a Toronto passenger train.
Fox News reports that the plan to attack Canada’s transit system highlights security holes that exist in America’s commuter system, and the challenges involved in reinforcing security. “The millions of Americans who take public transportation need to be assured that everything possible is being done to ensure their security and safety,” American Public Transportation Association president and CEO Michael Melaniphy told Fox News on Monday, adding that federal funding should be increased.
Security analysts say that public transit systems are hard to defend because of their open architecture, many access points, and large number of passengers. R recent incidents, however, only serve to emphasize the need to make public transportation more secure.
Scott Weber, a former counsel for DHS, told Fox News that “the threat lies everywhere.”
“This country has to change its outlook on day-to-day life,” Weber said. “We can’t let out guard down.”
Melaniphy thinks investments should be made on state-of-the-art surveillance, explosive and chemical-detection systems, enhanced communication technology, anti-terrorism patrol teams, first responder training, and public education campaigns.
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2013-04-26 09:03:32