Athletes, celebrities and New York's Bravest tweeted condolences in 140 characters.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg released a statement saying the "NYPD has stepped up security at strategic locations and critical infrastructure, including our subways."
New York's Bravest, celebrities, politicians and musicians used Twitter to express anger and grief over the twin bombings near the finish line at Monday's Boston Marathon.
Many are speculating the incident, which left at least three dead and more than 100 injured, is an act of terrorism. Several officials have spoken out about the incident. New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg released the following statement:
“As law enforcement authorities investigate today’s explosions in Boston, I ask all New Yorkers to keep the victims and their families in your thoughts and prayers. I have spoken with Police Commissioner Ray Kelly, and the NYPD has stepped up security at strategic locations and critical infrastructure, including our subways. Some of the security steps we are taking may be noticeable, including deployment of Critical Response Vehicles and additional police personnel, and others will not be. We have 1,000 members of the NYPD assigned to counter-terrorism duties, and they – along with the entire NYPD and the investments we have made in counter-terrorism infrastructure – are being fully mobilized to protect our city.”
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Update #1: After Boston explosions, people rush to Twitter for breaking news -- L.A. TIMES
Update #2: Horror of marathon bombings recounted on Twitter -- USA Today
My Comment: Twitter is great for reporting on the first 5 minutes of an incident .... but 12 hours later .... it is another story.
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