Game events are supposed to be ideal platform for terrorists to show off globally their notoriety in order to infuse maximum terror and insecurity among the people. Therefore stadiums' security and safety of spectators and sports fan are considered today as important as of players and sports celebrities.
Back to back attacks in sports stadiums since the last decade compel security management of grounds and sports field to use modern technology along with policing and armed personals in their safety system.Like CCTV with pan and tilt facilities, control room to monitor spectators, emergency lighting system in case of power failure and electronic loudspeaker system to address public in case of emergency.
However, in the ongoing Copa America Centenario, being held in the USA an important, yet a bit orthodox, measure has been introduced for the safety of stadiums and spectators. The authorities of the mega football event order a “clear bag policy” at the gates of its all 10 American stadia, and is recommending that fans don’t bring any bags at all.
The press release states
"Bags that are not in compliance must be returned to the patron’s vehicle or checked at a designated bag check area located outside the stadium perimeter (if available).The style and size of bags that will be allowed is described below:
- Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12.”
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar).
- Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options."
By M. Wasim
mwasim.370@gmail.com
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