Boston Explosions Have Baltimore County Police on Alert

Following explosions near the site of the Boston Marathon, Baltimore County police are conducting local patrols as a precautionary measure.

Specifically, Police Chief Jim Johnson has ordered precinct commanders to immediately direct officers to check on critical infrastructure sites in the county, according to a statement.

"These checks are a precaution reflecting heightened awareness following the Boston incident," according to Elise Armacost, a department spokeswoman. "There is no information at this time to indicate any threat to the Baltimore region."

Spokeswoman Cathleen Batton previously said the department has been monitoring the situation to determine what actions are necessary.

The expolosions have left two dead and more than 100 people injured, according to Back Bay Patch.