D.C. Metro Increases Security After Brussels Terrorist Attack

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Public transportation hubs in the D.C. region have increased security after terrorist attacks early Tuesday morning in Brussels have killed 26 and wounded more than 100.

The D.C. Metro does not have specific threats, but K9 sweeps and patrols have been increased as a precaution.

Riders have been encouraged, "If you see something, say something," by calling 202-962-2121 or texting MyMTPD. The same message was relayed by U.S. Park Police.

Meanwhile at area airports, flights to Brussels are canceled and passengers are encouraged to pass information to police if they see anything suspicious-looking.

"The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority’s number-one priority is always the safety and security of our passengers and all airport employees," airports spokeswoman Kimberly Gibbs said Tuesday morning in an email to Patch. "Reagan National and Dulles International airports have a robust security structure, both publicly visible and behind the scenes."

Gibbs also encourages passengers to say something to Airport Police or an airport employee if anything looks suspicious. "We all have a responsibility in helping to keep our airports safe," she said.

In the Brussels attacks, two blasts hit the international airport and another struck a metro station, according to NPR.

Belgian officials have since reported at least 14 people died in the airport attack, with 20 people were killed at the metro station.