NYPD Ramps Up Security for Holiday Season Gridlock Alert in Midtown
Eyewitness News ABC7NYDecember 5, 20252 min2,878 views
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- 🎄 Midtown is experiencing heavy congestion due to the start of the holiday tourist season, beginning with the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting.
- 🚗 Getting around Manhattan is extremely difficult, with traffic at a standstill and sidewalks congested by holiday stalls.
- 🚶♀️ Navigating the streets is challenging, likened to "swimming upstream," with barricades adding to the difficulty.
Security Measures for Tree Lighting
- 👮 Hundreds of NYPD officers are posted in the Rockefeller Plaza area for crowd control and security.
- 🐕 Bomb-sniffing dogs will be present, and the counterterrorism bureau will be wanding everyone entering the plaza.
- ⏳ Spectators are advised to bring patience as they secure viewing spots for the event.
Public Sentiment on Holiday Crowds
- 🗣️ Some residents advise against unnecessary travel into Manhattan, highlighting the extreme busyness.
- ✨ Despite the chaos, there's an appreciation for the holiday spirit and the vibrancy of the city during this time.
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