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TSA: Canine teams enhance security at JFK airport

Officials say the dogs were trained for 12 weeks as they learned to detect explosives and explosive materials.

News 12 Staff

Sep 20, 2023, 9:16 AM

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The Transportation Security Administration say airport security has been enhanced due to several of their explosive detection canine teams at John F. Kennedy International Airport.

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Officials say the dogs were trained for 12 weeks as they learned to detect explosives and explosive materials. The security procedure is an added screening measure to allow the TSA to stay ahead of potential threats.

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Passengers departing JFK International Airport can expect to see the canine teams working around travelers.

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