The Hamas attacks in Israel are causing ripple effects for Jewish communities across the globe.
Synagogues across South Florida are among those now ramping up security.
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Temple Beth Am in Pinecrest is one, and Rabbi Jeremy Barras spoke to NBC6 on Sunday about increasing police presence -- out of an abundance of caution.
"We generally don't have any problems in this area," the Rabbi said. "This is a very peaceful community, but of course we want to take precautions that everyone should come here and feel safe tonight."
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Several people later gathered at the Pinecrest synagogue -- uniting in prayer for the state of Israel.
"There will be a time for action. There will be a time to put the pieces of life back together for our friends and family in Israel," Barras explained. "But, before we get anywhere near that -- we need to take a moment and be together, and pray."
