Potential new attack on NYC and consequences (housing, tourism)? (New York: moving, subway)

[ny123]

Reason I'm interested is reading the report that the ISIS head al-Baghdadi said this to the American captor when he was released 5 years ago: "I'll see you guys in New York". He could mean another attack plan on New York? (Impact on tourism and housing if it becomes real)

[barkomatic]

A single small scale terrorist event wouldn't do much to affect housing and tourism. However, if there were repeated small scale attacks then yes--it would certainly have an effect. So far, we've been pretty good at stopping these things before they happen for the most part.

[OldYork]

We've been expecting another attack for 13-years now, I wouldn't worry.

[Airborneguy]

I'm very well prepared. I still constantly seek to increase my level or preparedness every day. It's the sheep who should worry god forbid we experience another attack.

[CNYC]

Sadly I think it is only a matter of time. De Blasio will be tested for sure.

It's going to happen in midtown or union square. Those are the most obvious areas to hit due to the immense crowds. Although I get the creeps now when I walk through street fairs. My spidey senses tell me places like this are best to avoid.

To be honest I've been creeped out since 9/11. I try not to be around busy areas during rush hour. I also feel uncomfortable walking through Times Square.

So sad but that's reality. I look forward to moving in a few months.

[joeymags]

It certainly worries me, and do feel like its a matter of time. I do want to move from nyc and this certainly is a (large) part. I'm getting to the age where I'd like to have a baby in a year or two. I know crazy things can happen anywhere, anytime. But I'd never forgive myself if something happened to my child or fiancé (wife) and taking the subway to Wall Street everyday, I feel like it's a risk that may not be worth it.

[nybbler]

I wouldn't worry about it, I'm pretty sure he just meant he was planning a trip to see the sights.

[Vernikova]

There's always been potential. You can't let the possibility of an attack stop you from doing things you enjoy.

[Above Average Bear]

I'm surprised that it hasn't happend yet. Airborne is right, be prepared or suffer the consequences.

[barkomatic]

Originally Posted by Above Average Bear

I'm surprised that it hasn't happend yet. Airborne is right, be prepared or suffer the consequences.

How can you be prepared for a bomb going off next to you in a crowd or on a train?