Many formal Jewish gatherings, including shuls, in the San Antonio area were temporarily suspended on Friday and Shabbos following an FBI warning of a planned attack.
The Jewish Federation of San Antonio said in a statement that all shuls and organizations in the area have been briefed on the matter and that security personnel “are on the highest alert.”
The Jewish Federation further urged all community members to keep their eyes peeled for any suspicious activities and to call 911 immediately if such activity is observed.
The FBI has since stated that there is no longer a “known imminent threat” to the community.
BREAKING – security alert has been issued for the Jewish community in San Antonio, TX
The FBI has identified a credible threat.
Temple Beth-El has cancelled all services today and the Jewish Federation of San Antonio is recommending all formal Jewish gatherings be suspended.
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Congregants, ask your Rabbi what your Shul is doing to maintain a secure environment. Do you have a single point of entry monitored by an armed security guard? Are congregants who carry concealed weapons properly trained, including carrying the correct type of defensive ammunition rather than whatever was on sale? Does your Shul have ballistic film on all windows and door glass? What is your Shul’s emergency plan? Does your Shul have functioning cameras that are on (or motion activated) all the time, even Shabbos and Yom Tov? Is there a phone readily available to call for help if needed?… Read more »
Useful info to be aware of.