Law enforcement agencies in D.C. share details on security measures ahead of Fourth of July weekend

WASHINGTON (CBS, KYMA) - In Washington, D.C., law enforcement officials shared details Monday on safety and security measures for Fourth of July in the nation's capital.

As Americans gather to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary, federal and local authorities say they have spent months developing plans to protect the public and U.S. officials.

"This weekend, hundreds of federal agents and officers, including Secret Service specialized tactical units, counter drone teams, National Guard members and a variety of additional unseen resources will be used to disrupt any bad actor. The Secret Service's protective intelligence apparatus remains in constant coordination with our partners and we remain focused on advanced identification and interdiction of events to this event."

Tara McLeese, Special Agent in Charge, Secret Service Washington Field Office

U.S. Park Police will be also be out in force, with horse-mounted patrols to help control large crowds expected on the national mall for fireworks and other festivities.

The fireworks viewing area near the Washington Monument will have airport-like security screening.