Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem visited New Orleans to oversee security operations for Super Bowl LIX. Over 690 employees from 12 DHS agencies are deployed to ensure the safety of an estimated 73,000 fans attending the event.
"Around 100,000 people will be celebrating the Super Bowl in and around the Superdome in New Orleans this weekend," said Secretary Noem. "We will give law enforcement every resource they need to ensure a safe event. Thank you to our partners, Governor Landry, Mayor Cantrell and the New Orleans Police Department. If you see something, say something!"
Eric DeLaune, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New Orleans Special Agent in Charge and lead federal coordinator for Super Bowl LIX, emphasized their commitment: "Since day one, we have stood steadfast in our mission: to protect what matters most."
DHS has classified this year's Super Bowl as a Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) Level 1 event. Despite no specific threats being identified, recent events have highlighted a heightened threat environment.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Air and Marine Operations will enforce flight restrictions around Caesars Superdome while providing surveillance operations at key venues including Bourbon Street and Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
Homeland Security Investigations is on standby for interior stadium tactical support while working with local agencies against counterfeit goods sales.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency will deploy advisors to support law enforcement on game day following pre-event vulnerability assessments.
The Office of Intelligence & Analysis collaborated with the FBI on threat assessments leading up to the game.
The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Office coordinated surge support programs with New Orleans city officials.
U.S. Coast Guard teams are enhancing detection capabilities against chemical threats alongside canine units ensuring event safety.
Transportation Security Administration increased staff at Louis Armstrong Airport post-game while deploying explosive detection teams across key locations during Super Bowl week events.
Science & Technology Directorate provided rapid-deployment security barriers as part of critical asset protection efforts.
Federal Emergency Management Agency offers communication tools aiding state/local responders' coordination efforts throughout festivities surrounding America's biggest sporting spectacle—Superbowl LIX—and raising human trafficking awareness through DHS Blue Campaign initiatives within local communities near hospitality hubs like hotels/airports further emphasizing vigilance under its "If You See Something Say Something" motto urging public reporting suspicious activities related terrorism concerns via social media channels @DHSgov online platforms available nationwide today!
