The NFL released a statement promising “comprehensive security plans” for Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans following Wednesday’s terrorist attack in the city.
Authorities said 15 people were killed and at least 35 injured after a man drove into a large crowd of people in the early morning hours of New Year’s Day.
The attack in New Orleans occurred less than six weeks before it was scheduled to host this year’s Super Bowl on February 9.
The Superdome has hosted the Super Bowl seven times
In a statement released after the terrible event, the NFL stressed that Super Bowl LIX will continue to be a “safe and enjoyable experience” at Caesars Superdome.
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the devastating incident in New Orleans,” the NFL said in a statement. “Our thoughts are with the victims, the New Orleans community and all those affected by this tragedy.
“The NFL and local host committee have worked with local, state and federal agencies over the past two years and have developed comprehensive safety plans. Planning sessions will continue as they do for all major NFL events, and we are confident that attendees will have a safe and enjoyable Super Bowl experience.”
The New Orleans Superdome was scheduled to host the Sugar Bowl on New Year’s Day, a College Football quarterfinal between Georgia and Notre Dame, but the game was postponed until Thursday amid the attack.
