The College Football Playoff The National Championship Game kicks off Monday night in Atlanta and the city and state have implemented safety measures to ensure everyone in Mercedes-Benz Stadium and surrounding areas is safe.
Among those with boots on the ground are officers from the Georgia Bureau of Investigationsbecause they posted a photo of two cops on X.
“GBI agents are in Atlanta today to ensure everyone stays safe during the CFP National Championship game,” the message said. “If you see us, come say hi! Prepare for the weather and stay safe and warm.”
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A general view before the CFP National Championship college football game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Kirby Lee-Imagn images)
The weather in Atlanta is cold, with an expected low of 17 degrees on Monday evening. And the GBI agents reflect how cold it is as they are bundled up from head to toe.
Gov. Brian P. Kemp has declared a state of emergency “to ensure appropriate resources are deployed” due to the subzero temperatures.
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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum highlighted the increased security measures for the title game, which is being held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the second time since its inception.
Although the city has seen this event before, the tragedy in the early hours of New Year’s Day on New Orleans’ historic Bourbon Street led to increased staffing and precautions before Ohio State and Notre Dame kicked off. New protocols have been included in the extensive preparation for this event.
Among those with boots on the ground are agents from the Georgia Bureau of Investigations. (PROPOSE)
The terrorist attack in New Orleans took place hours before the Sugar Bowl, which was therefore postponed until the next day.
“Everyone in the Atlanta Police Department will be working,” Chief Scheirbaum said. per room 11 Live.
Chief Scheirbaum confirmed that there will be multiple specialized units and a visible police presence in and around the stadium. Specialized units from the Atlanta Fire Department will also be in the city for rapid response situations.
The match is being organized at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the second time since its inception. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
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It’s a busy day for Atlanta, as their Martin Luther King Jr. parade took place earlier on Monday to honor the civil rights leader on the federal holiday. It also required enhanced security measures, with street closures that would eventually spill over into the college football festivities.
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