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New York State DEC Offices Closed Due To Bomb Threats
New York State DEC Offices Closed Due To Bomb Threats
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) offices closed due to bomb threats
Multiple locations affected, including Albany, Buffalo, and Stony Brook
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has closed all of its offices statewide due to bomb threats. The threats were received by phone and email on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, and were deemed credible by law enforcement.
The DEC offices that have been closed include the agency's headquarters in Albany, as well as regional offices in Buffalo, Stony Brook, New Paltz, Watertown, and Syracuse. All public events and meetings scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, have been canceled.
The DEC is working with law enforcement to investigate the threats and determine who is responsible. The agency is also taking steps to ensure the safety of its employees and the public.
The DEC is asking the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. The agency also reminds the public that making false bomb threats is a crime.
What to do if you receive a bomb threat
If you see something, say something
If you see something suspicious, please report it to the police immediately. You can call 911 or the non-emergency number for your local police department.
By reporting suspicious activity, you can help to keep your community safe.