Dozens of Local and Federal Agencies Step Up Security for Super Bowl
Law enforcement agencies from all corners of California have fanned out across the Bay Area to secure Levi's Stadium, home of the Super Bowl. In a multi-agency effort spanning 18 months, local, state, and federal authorities are working in tandem to ensure that thousands of fans attending the big game are safe.
From helicopters soaring above the stadium at an altitude of 500 feet, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is providing aerial support with live video feeds transmitted back to command centers below, giving responders on the ground real-time intel on potential threats. The Federal Aviation Administration has also banned all drone flights over the Super Bowl to prevent any potential security breaches.
As fans make their way into the stadium, they'll be screened at checkpoints and pass through multiple layers of security. Bomb-sniffing dogs are patrolling the area, while barricades have been erected in anticipation of any possible disruptions.
In a news conference Tuesday, Cathy Lanier, the NFL's chief security officer, assured reporters that there were no known security threats to the event. "We've had no credible or specific threats whatsoever," she said. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will not be working the Super Bowl, according to Lanier.
Jeff Brannigan, supervisory special agent with Homeland Security Investigations, echoed Lanier's sentiments, stating that "the federal law enforcement footprint for Super Bowl 60 is consistent with what it has been in years past." When asked about the role of the Department of Homeland Security at the event, Brannigan said that "DHS law enforcement at large is participating in supporting the Super Bowl. The focus of DHS law enforcement at the Super Bowl is safety and security."
As fans prepare to take their seats for what promises to be an electrifying game, authorities are confident that the multi-agency effort will pay off, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
Law enforcement agencies from all corners of California have fanned out across the Bay Area to secure Levi's Stadium, home of the Super Bowl. In a multi-agency effort spanning 18 months, local, state, and federal authorities are working in tandem to ensure that thousands of fans attending the big game are safe.
From helicopters soaring above the stadium at an altitude of 500 feet, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is providing aerial support with live video feeds transmitted back to command centers below, giving responders on the ground real-time intel on potential threats. The Federal Aviation Administration has also banned all drone flights over the Super Bowl to prevent any potential security breaches.
As fans make their way into the stadium, they'll be screened at checkpoints and pass through multiple layers of security. Bomb-sniffing dogs are patrolling the area, while barricades have been erected in anticipation of any possible disruptions.
In a news conference Tuesday, Cathy Lanier, the NFL's chief security officer, assured reporters that there were no known security threats to the event. "We've had no credible or specific threats whatsoever," she said. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will not be working the Super Bowl, according to Lanier.
Jeff Brannigan, supervisory special agent with Homeland Security Investigations, echoed Lanier's sentiments, stating that "the federal law enforcement footprint for Super Bowl 60 is consistent with what it has been in years past." When asked about the role of the Department of Homeland Security at the event, Brannigan said that "DHS law enforcement at large is participating in supporting the Super Bowl. The focus of DHS law enforcement at the Super Bowl is safety and security."
As fans prepare to take their seats for what promises to be an electrifying game, authorities are confident that the multi-agency effort will pay off, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
Another year, another billion bucks spent on making sure we're all safe while we watch a bunch of grown men smash into each other... 
I mean, I guess it's better to be safe than sorry, but can't they just use that money to fix the potholes on the way to the stadium instead? 
And what's with the aerial support? It's like we're in a real-life video game. 
Either way, gotta give props to all the agencies working together to keep us safe – I guess it's not as boring as watching paint dry... 
man I'm surprised they're not expecting some major incident at the Super Bowl lol like it's always something 
these agencies are just setting themselves up for failure, having multiple layers of security in place is just gonna get people turned away who wanna have a good time. and 18 months to prepare? come on that's just too long, what if something happens right at the last minute? 
I mean I'm all for keeping it safe but sometimes you gotta take some risks. 
I mean, I'm glad they're taking it seriously, but at the same time, can we please just have one day without a major incident? 
It's like they're saying, "Hey, let's make sure everyone has a great time, but also let's make sure no one gets too excited and tries to jump over the fence with a pipe wrench... again." 
and what kinda threat could warrant such extreme measures? 
. And the authorities are super on top of things, no credible threats or anything 
. It's gonna be a sick game to watch! The fact that they're working together as a team is really cool, you know? Like, it shows we can get stuff done when we all put our heads together 
. Can't wait to see the excitement on the big day... just gotta take the necessary precautions 
at the Super Bowl! Like, can't even breathe without being scanned or watched lol 
, but like what if someone forgets their phone charger at home? 
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. But I'm a bit curious, what's the deal with all the checkpoints and screening? You'd think that would add to the whole 'fun' experience of going to the game 
. Still, I guess it's better to be safe than sorry 
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, but I gotta say, it feels like we're always living in a state of emergency these days... remember when we could just walk into the stadium without needing to show our ID at every step? Now, it's all about screening and checkpoints. And don't even get me started on those drones – in my day, we used to be worried about flying monkeys 
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. It's crazy to think about all the planning and coordination that's gone into making this happen. And it's good to know that the authorities have assured us that there are no known security threats 
. I just hope the game is as epic as everyone says it will be! 
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. It's crazy how much security there is going to be at the Super Bowl – 18 months of planning?! That's like, a lot of work 
. And can you imagine having that many law enforcement agencies working together? It's like a real-life game of "Mission Impossible" 
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. Maybe they've got some new technology or strategy up their sleeve to handle it? 
I don't get why we need so much security for one big football game... 
Can't we just have a chill day without so much fuss? 