Safety Measures Increased at US-Canada Bridges Following Rainbow Bridge Incident

The US-Canada border crossings were closed following a vehicle explosion at the Rainbow Bridge, but the Buffalo airport has resumed international flights. The FBI and local authorities have stated that there is no indication of a terrorism threat related to the incident. The vehicle was traveling at an extremely high speed before crashing, killing two people. The governor of New York suspects that the vehicle may have originated near a casino. A local resident was involved in the explosion, and a Border Patrol member was injured. Three land crossings have reopened, but the Rainbow Bridge remains closed. Amtrak service between New York and Canada has been temporarily suspended. The governor emphasized that there is no evidence of a terrorist attack, and investigations are ongoing to ensure public safety. Toronto police have increased patrols throughout the city as a precaution.
- Governor: No indication of terror threat on US-Canada bridge CNN
- NY vehicle explosion reported at Rainbow Bridge near Niagara Falls, 1 injured Fox News
- All international bridges in WNY are closed to traffic Niagara Gazette
- Most borders back open following explosion at Rainbow Bridge WIVB.com - News 4
- Fiery crash kills 2 at Niagara Falls' Rainbow border bridge. Officials say no sign of terrorism Yahoo News
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