Marine Corps Marathon security gets a boost
The Washington Post has reported that extra security is being added for this week's marathon after shots were fired at the Museum of the Marine Corps in Virginia. From the Post update:
While not offering specifics, U.S. Marine Col. Dan Choike called the measures -- being developed in conjunction with the FBI and local authorities -- "robust" and said there would be no delays to the race schedule.I've never been particularly nervous when going into Washington. My statistical chances are better when I walk around there than they are when I drive on most major freeways. That said, I sort of understand why they would want to take precautions, considering the number of potentially nervous visitors in town. Read the full Post update here >>
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Categories: Marine Corps Marathon, Politics, Running, Safety, Washington
Categories: Marine Corps Marathon, Politics, Running, Safety, Washington



