The NFL says Super Bowl XI in New Orleans will be a “safe and enjoyable” experience after an apparent terrorist attack in the historic city early Wednesday left at least 10 people dead and dozens more injured. He reassured fans that this would happen.
A tragic incident in which a driver plowed through a crowd on Bourbon Street in the early morning hours of New Year's Day is being actively investigated by the FBI as an act of terrorism.
On January 1, 2025, law enforcement officers from multiple agencies were on scene on Bourbon Street after someone allegedly drove a car into a crowd of people early on New Year's Day in New Orleans, Louisiana, killing at least 10 people. I am active in (Michael DeMocker/Getty Images)
The attack raised concerns about safety across the city, prompting college football officials to postpone the Sugar Bowl, which was scheduled for later that night at the Superdome, less than a mile from the crime scene. .
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The Super Bowl will also be held at the Superdome on February 9th.
Following Wednesday's tragedy, the league released a statement offering its condolences to the victims and their families and reassuring fans of its commitment to keeping fans safe for the big game in just over a month. I let it happen.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of the devastating incident in New Orleans. Our thoughts are with the victims, the New Orleans community, and everyone affected.” said in a statement.
“The NFL and local host committees have worked with local, state and federal agencies over the past two years to develop comprehensive safety plans. We are confident that this will continue and that participants will be able to attend.''Enjoy a safe and fun Super Bowl experience. ”
Super Bowl LIX goods seen at Mardi Gras World held in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 15, 2024. (Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images, Raising Cane's)
Officials postpone Sugar Bowl after apparent terrorist attack on Bourbon Street
In the aftermath of the attack, questions were raised with authorities regarding the safety of pedestrians and tourists, particularly the use of bollards.
At a press conference Wednesday afternoon, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell told reporters that hosting the Super Bowl will allow the city to include a bollard replacement program in its infrastructure package, which she hopes will be completed before the game. said.
“The bollards weren't up because they were nearing completion and of course they were expected to be finished by the Super Bowl, well before the Super Bowl.”
Aerial full exterior view of Caesars Superdome on Sunday, December 15, 2024, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
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Officials admitted that the previously installed bollards were not functioning properly and were therefore in urgent need of replacement.
“We recognize there's a problem here, right? We're going to solve it,” Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said Wednesday.
“That's going to be a top priority leading up to the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras, and the solutions that we come up with will be permanent and incorporated into standard operating procedures.” There are big events. You need to secure that quarter. ”
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