Mayor Edwin M. Lee today issued the following statement regarding the devastating attacks in Paris, France:

“On behalf of the residents of San Francisco, I express my deepest sorrow for the heartbreaking tragedy unfolding in Paris today. We stand in solidarity with our friends in our sister city of Paris, Mayor Hidalgo and with people all across France as they struggle with the aftermath of this very horrible day. The victims of these senseless acts of violence will remain in our prayers.”

San Francisco public safety agencies are closely monitoring these incidents and have reported that there is no known threat to San Francisco, however, the San Francisco Police Department is on heightened alert with extra patrols and asks the public to report suspicious activity to 911. The French Flag has been raised at San Francisco City Hall to honor the victims of this tragedy.