Airports on higher alert over Fourth of July weekend

The FBI and the Department of Homeland Security have issued security bulletins warning of possible terrorist attacks within the U.S. over the Fourth of July weekend.

Local airports are on higher alert including Burbank’s Bob Hope Airport. Spokeswoman Rachael Warecki couldn't specifically say what the airport was doing to protect travelers, but she says, "We are taking appropriate measures with the holiday weekend to ensure that our passengers are safe and have safe travels."

That was comforting to Delia Gomes, who was catching an early flight home to Sacramento. She said she'd heard about efforts to increase airport security on the radio that morning and "that made me feel safe."

Kris Picard, of Simi Valley, was also aware of the heightened security risk. As she checked her bags, she said she would try to "just be vigilant and keep an eye open."

Picard's husband, David Coleman, was less concerned about terrorist threats. He was more focused on ensuring they get to their destination – a convention in Indianapolis – on time.

"Why should I worry about one more thing?" Coleman asked. "You have enough to worry about getting where you're going and being on time."

While there were no specific or credible threats of attack, federal agencies frequently issue warnings in advance of major U.S. holidays out of an abundance of caution.