Officials warn public of training exercise at El Paso federal courthouse Friday
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The federal courthouse in downtown El Paso will be closed Friday, Sept. 22 for a live training exercise. This training will be closed to the public.
The US Marshals Service is warning the public in advance. If you see a heavy police presence in downtown El Paso Friday, do not be alarmed, officials say.
The training exercise will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and several street closures will occur.
Magoffin Ave and Florence St
Magoffin Ave and N Ochoa St
N Virginia St and Myrtle Ave
N Ochoa and Myrtle Ave
N Florence St and Myrtle Ave
In addition to the US Marshals Service, participating agencies include the El Paso Police Department, El Paso Fire Department, and the Federal Protective Service.