SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The Metropolis of San Francisco is getting ready for the annual Chinese language Lunar New Yr festivities that shall be held over the approaching weeks by speaking about security.
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Lunar New Yr attracts hundreds of individuals to San Francisco annually. The parade in Chinatown might be the largest draw, however there are additionally concert events and occasions throughout town in January and February.
On Thursday, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and San Francisco Police Division Chief Invoice Scott outlined the steps they’re taking to ensure all these occasions are secure as doable.
“We will make sure everyone feels safe and secure,” mentioned Mayor Lurie. “Deploying additional officers to key areas. Using crowd management techniques and keeping lines of communication open with event organizers and local leaders.”
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“We’ve had some really tragic events across the country in the last couple months,” mentioned Chief Scott, referencing the current New Orleans truck assault that killed 14 folks. “And a lot of people, that weighs heavy on their minds. When they come to San Francisco and for the people who live in San Francisco, we don’t want you thinking about that. What we want you to think about is living in the moment and having a great time. Knowing that we are there to protect you and keep you safe and that’s exactly what we will do.”
Authorities are additionally warning the general public about what’s often known as “The Blessing Scam.” Police mentioned that’s the place a scammer guarantees somebody—normally an aged particular person—a blessing or good luck in the event that they put valuables or cash in a bag. The bag is then switched for an empty bag because the thieves get away with the property.
“If you are walking alone and you are approached by somebody that’s offering you some good fortune by way of a prayer, it’s probably going to be a scam,” mentioned Chief Scott.
It’s presently the Yr of the Dragon, and the Yr of the Snake begins on Jan. 29.
