**Security Boosted to Super Bowl Levels for Sugar Bowl After Terrorist Attack on Bourbon Street**
The New Orleans Police Department has announced that security measures for the Sugar Bowl will be significantly increased to Super Bowl levels following a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street on New Year’s Day. The attack has left the city on high alert, with police and federal agents working around the clock to investigate the incident.
The Sugar Bowl, featuring the Georgia Bulldogs and Notre Dame, was originally scheduled for Wednesday night but has been postponed to Thursday at 4 p.m. ET. The move is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of all attendees and a massive undertaking for the authorities.
“We’re going to have absolutely hundreds of police officers and staff on our streets,” said New Orleans Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick in an interview with NBC’s “Today” show. “Our staffing levels are the same as we were preparing for the Super Bowl, if not more.”
Kirkpatrick highlighted Bourbon Street as one of the areas where security will be increased. The Superdome, which will host the Sugar Bowl, has also been the site of a Super Bowl after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Police and snipers were stationed on high-rise buildings and at the Superdome to ensure the safety of fans.
Sugar Bowl CEO Jeff Hundley stated, “Public safety is paramount.” Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry echoed Hundley’s sentiments, assuring fans that the city is safe. “I’ll tell you something: Your governor will be there,” Landry said. “Believe me, that proves that that facility and that city is safer today than it was yesterday.”
**What We Know About the Terrorist Attack on Bourbon Street**
The suspected terrorist attack on Bourbon Street occurred on New Year’s Day, leaving the city shaken. Details about the incident remain scarce, but authorities have confirmed that an investigation is underway.
**Q&A Section**
**Q: What was the original schedule for the Sugar Bowl?**
A: The Sugar Bowl was originally scheduled for Wednesday night but has been postponed to Thursday at 4 p.m. ET.
**Q: How many police officers will be on duty for the Sugar Bowl?**
A: Chief Kirkpatrick has stated that there will be “hundreds” of police officers and staff on duty, with levels similar to those of a Super Bowl event.
**Q: Has the Superdome been the site of a Super Bowl after a terrorist attack?**
A: Yes, the Superdome hosted a Super Bowl after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
**Q: What is the current status of the investigation into the Bourbon Street attack?**
A: The investigation is ongoing, with police and federal agents working around the clock to gather more information.
**Conclusion**
The Sugar Bowl is one of the most-watched and highly anticipated college football games of the year. While the postponement and increased security measures are necessary to ensure public safety, the event will still be a significant showcase of the city’s resilience and ability to come together in times of uncertainty. As the investigation into the Bourbon Street attack continues, the city and its authorities will remain vigilant in their efforts to provide a safe environment for fans and attendees.
**Official Statements and Reactions**
* New Orleans Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick: “We’re going to have absolutely hundreds of police officers and staff on our streets.”
* Sugar Bowl CEO Jeff Hundley: “Public safety is paramount.”
* Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry: “Your governor will be there.”
