"We recently acquired unverified information that as of early February 2026, Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles from an unidentified vessel off the coast of the United State Homeland, specifically against unspecified targets in California, in the event that the US conducted strikes against Iran. We have no additional information on the timing, method, target, or perpetrators of this alleged attack."
"The SFPD is always ready to respond to any emergency that may occur in San Francisco, and we are closely monitoring events in the Middle East and around the world. We're in communication and working closely with our local, state and federal partners."
"We have spoken with our federal partners, who informed us that there may be a heightened risk due to the conflict in the Middle East. To ensure the safety of our community..."
Law enforcement agencies across the Bay Area and California are coordinating with federal authorities after an FBI alert warned of an unverified report that Iran considered launching drones from a vessel off the U.S. coast. The information, acquired in early February 2026, indicated Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles against unspecified targets in California if the U.S. conducted strikes against Iran. The FBI provided no additional details on timing, method, targets, or perpetrators. Local agencies including the San Francisco Police Department and Oakland Police Department confirmed they are monitoring the situation and working closely with federal, state, and local partners to ensure community safety.
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