City officials held a ceremonial painting of the blue line that runs along the marathon route Wednesday, after rain pushed back the actual painting.
NEW YORK -- City officials and race organizers are getting ready for the annual TCS New York City Marathon. The NYPD held a briefing Wednesday to share the security measures that will be in place.'There are currently no credible or specific threats to the marathon or to our city.
But having said that, we are still implementing a comprehensive security plan,' Police Commissioner Edward Caban said. 'The actual marathon course will have many layers of protection.'NYC Marathon 2023: Route Maps | Street ClosuresOfficials also held a ceremonial painting of the blue line that runs along the route, after rain pushed back the actual painting. The 26.2 mile route crosses through all five boroughs, starting on Staten Island and ending at Central Park.
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