Sacramento, California– California Governor Gavin Newsom said there is no imminent threat to the state, despite the FBI warning that Iran may send drones to the West Coast in response to the attack. war.
Drone issues “have always been our top priority,” Newsom said.
“We were aware of this information… It’s all about being prepared to face the worst-case scenarios.” Governor He said Wednesday.
The FBI recently warned police departments that Iran may try to strike the country.
“Iran allegedly aspired to launch a surprise attack using drones from an unidentified ship off the coast of the United States, specifically against unspecified targets in California, in the event that the United States launches strikes against Iran,” the warning read, according to ABC News.
“We have no additional information about the timing, method, target, or perpetrators of this alleged attack,” the FBI said.
president Donald Trump He was asked about it Wednesday at Joint Base Andrews.
“It’s being investigated, but there’s a lot of things going on. All we can do is deal with it as it happens,” Trump said.
Police in Los Angeles and San Francisco said they were monitoring world events for any risks to their cities. Both said they are working closely with state and federal authorities.