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U.S. State Department Issues Worldwide Travel Alert “Due To Increased Terrorist Threats”:

Just as thousands of Southland residents hit the roads and airways for the Thanksgiving holiday, the U.S. State Department has issued a worldwide travel alert “due to increased terrorist threats.”

The alert, which does not suggest that people should cancel travel plans, notes that ISIS and other terrorist groups “continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions,” and advises travelers to exercise caution while in public places or using public transportation and to be aware of their surroundings.

The alert will remain in effect until Feb. 24.

Increased security at Los Angeles International Airport was visible at the start of the Thanksgiving week, and officials predicted a record 2.1 million passengers will pass through the airport during the 11-day holiday period. However, there was no indication from officials that LAX may be uniquely targeted.

According to the new U.S. security alert directed at traveling Americans in general, terrorist groups “may employ a wide variety of tactics, using conventional and non-conventional weapons and targeting both official and private interests.”

“U.S. citizens should exercise vigilance when in public places or using transportation,” according to the alert. “Be aware of immediate surroundings and avoid large crowds or crowded places. Exercise particular caution during the holiday season and at holiday festivals or events. U.S. citizens should monitor media and local information sources and factor updated information into personal travel plans and activities. Persons with specific safety concerns should contact local law enforcement authorities who are responsible for the safety and security of all visitors to their host country.”

The alert also advised travelers to be prepared for additional security screening and possible disruptions and to keep in touch with relatives to ensure they can make contact in the event of an emergency.

It wasn’t clear how the alert will affect travelers at Los Angeles International Airport.

The 2.1 million passengers expected at LAX through the holiday period would set a Thanksgiving record. It would be a jump of 6.9 percent over last year’s record of 1.96 million passengers, officials said.

“As more people choose to work, visit, study and play in Los Angeles, LAX keeps on breaking records,” Mayor Eric Garcetti said last week.

Los Angeles World Airports Executive Director Deborah Flint urged travelers to “reduce the stress of holiday travel by planning ahead and allowing extra time for getting to LAX.”

Airport officials also encouraged people headed to the airport to use public transportation, including the FlyAway bus service and Metro Green Line, to avoid congested traffic. They also urged people who are picking up visitors at the airport to use the Cellphone Waiting Lot at 96th Street and Vicksburg to avoid circling the airport and adding to the congestion.

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