San Francisco: Golden Gate Bridge Reopens After Suspicious Package Found

San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge Reopens After Suspicious Package FoundSan Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge Reopens After Suspicious Package Found San Francisco, CA – After a brief closure, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge has reopened to traffic following the discovery and removal of a suspicious package. On Thursday morning, bridge officials received a report of a suspicious package found near the south tower. The bridge was immediately closed as police and emergency personnel responded to the scene. Police bomb squad technicians examined the package and determined it was not an explosive device. However, the investigation remains ongoing. Out of an abundance of caution, the bridge was closed for approximately two hours while the investigation was conducted. Traffic was diverted to nearby routes during the closure. After it was deemed safe, the bridge was reopened to traffic at approximately 10:30 AM. Commuters and tourists were relieved to see the bridge back in operation. The discovery of the suspicious package has raised concerns about security at the Golden Gate Bridge. Authorities have increased security measures in the area in response. “The safety of our visitors and commuters is our top priority,” said Golden Gate Bridge District Spokesperson Paolo Cosulich. “We are working closely with law enforcement to ensure that the bridge remains a safe and secure place.” The Golden Gate Bridge is a popular destination for both locals and tourists. It carries an estimated 40 million vehicles annually.