The College Football Playoff national championship game is set to kick off in Atlanta on Monday night, and the city and state have increased security measures to ensure everyone in and around Mercedes-Benz Stadium is safe.
Among those with boots on the ground are agents with the Georgia Bureau of Investigations, who posted a photo of two agents on X.
“GBI agents are in Atlanta today to keep everyone safe during the CFP National Championship game,” the post read. “If you see us, come say hello! Be prepared 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 Monday evening. And the GBI agents reflect how cold it is, as they are bundled up from head to toe.
Gov. Brian P. Kemp declared a state of emergency “to ensure appropriate resources are deployed” due to subzero temperatures.
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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, along with Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum, highlighted increased security measures for the title game, which is being held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the second time since its creation.
Although the city had already witnessed this event, the tragedy in the early hours of New Year’s Eve on New Orleans’ historic Bourbon Street led to increased staffing and increased precautions ahead of kickoff from Ohio State and Notre Dame. New protocols have been incorporated into the thorough preparation for this event.
Among those with boots on the ground are agents with the Georgia Bureau of Investigations. (IMAGINE)
The New Orleans terrorist attack took place hours before the Sugar Bowl, which was therefore postponed until the next day.
“Everyone in the Atlanta Police Department will be on the job,” Chief Scheirbaum said, according to Local 11 Alive.
Chief Scheirbaum confirmed that several specialized units and a visible police presence will be seen in and around the stadium. Specialized units from the Atlanta Fire Department will also be in the city to respond quickly to situations.
The match will take place at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the second time since its creation. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
It’s a busy day for Atlanta as their Martin Luther King Jr. parade honoring the civil rights leader on the federal holiday took place earlier Monday. It also required heightened security measures, with street closures that would eventually turn into college football festivities.
