DPS, FBI continue full-scale training exercise in San Antonio on Tuesday
FTX held at Government Canyon State Natural Area
Julie Moreno, Executive Producer/Digital Content
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SAN ANTONIO – The Texas Department of Public Safety and the San Antonio Federal Bureau of Investigation want to get the word out about a major training operation in San Antonio this week so that people aren't concerned to see a large number of first responders and law enforcement in the area.
The full-scale training exercise, or FTX, will continue at the Government Canyon State Natural Area on Galm Road on Tuesday. The public is being asked to avoid the designated training area.
The training is focused on the ability of federal, state and local authorities to respond to a terrorist attack in an effort to save lives.
More than 250 people will be taking part in the training from the following agencies:
State of Texas
Texas Department of Public Safety
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Local Agencies and Entities
Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
San Antonio Fire Department
San Antonio International Airport
San Antonio Office of Emergency Management
San Antonio Police Department
Federal Departments and Agencies
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Federal Emergency Management Agency
National Transportation Safety Board
Transportation Security Administration
U.S. Attorney’s Office – Western District of Texas