U.S. Transit Vulnerable To Madrid-Style Attack

Following the coordinated bombings in Madrid, security flaws are brought to light in the United States.

1 minute read

March 13, 2004, 3:00 PM PST

"U.S. officials expressed concern yesterday that terrorists might target passenger railroads and subways in the United States after the deadly synchronized bombings on three trains in Spain on Thursday, but in a confidential bulletin to local authorities federal officials acknowledged that transit systems are difficult to secure against a sneak attack."

Thanks to Adam Weiss

FULL STORY: Trains Are Vulnerable In U.S., Bulletin Warns

Friday, March 12, 2004 in The Washington Post

Transportation United States

I love the variety of courses, many practical, and all richly illustrated. They have inspired many ideas that I've applied in practice, and in my own teaching. Mary G., Urban Planner

I love the variety of courses, many practical, and all richly illustrated. They have inspired many ideas that I've applied in practice, and in my own teaching.

Mary G., Urban Planner

Use Code 25for25 at checkout for 25% off an annual plan!

Get 25% Off Your Subscription

Advertise with us

Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools

This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.