What to know to keep your Fourth safe

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Jul 2, 2015

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What to know to keep your Fourth safe

As most Americans finish planning for their Independence Day weekend, security is being ramped up across the country in preparation for heightened safety concerns.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 02: Workers set up a security checkpoint for the Capitol Fourth concert at the west front of the U.S. Capitol July 2, 2015 in Washington, DC. Security has been increased for the upcoming July 4th holiday. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

As most Americans finish planning for their Independence Day weekend, security is being ramped up across the country in preparation for heightened safety concerns.

A terror warning has been issued by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. While it is still safe to go outdoors and travel, listen in for what you need to know to safely enjoy your Fourth.

Guests:

Commander Andy Smith, Media Relations and Community Affairs Group, LAPD

Brian Michael Jenkins, Senior Advisor to the President of the Rand Corporation and one of the nation's leading experts on terrorism and homeland security

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