28 Jan 2018 | 03:27 AM UTC
United States: Super Bowl in Minneapolis (Minnesota) Feb. 4
National Football League (NFL)’s annual Super Bowl to take place in Minneapolis (Minnesota) on February 4; transportation delays expected
Event
The National Football League (NFL)'s annual Super Bowl is set to take place at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis (Minnesota) at 17:30 (local time) on Sunday, February 4. The game will be preceded by ten days of events, which are expected to draw up to 1 million people to the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Approximately 3000 police officers will be deployed throughout the region to maintain order and respond to any potential threats.
Significant transportation disruptions are expected within Minneapolis on February 4. The city's Metro light rail system will be reserved for Super Bowl ticketholders only. Furthermore, on Monday, February 5, and Tuesday, February 6, authorities anticipate passenger numbers to double at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).
Context
The Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the NFL, and is one of the world's most watched annual sporting events with over 100 million viewers.
Advice
Individuals in the Minneapolis area are advised to anticipate significant transportation delays as well as large crowds in public venues. In addition, passengers traveling via MSP are advised to allow extra time at the airport due to potential security-related delays. Furthermore, individuals are advised to report any suspicious objects or activity to the relevant authorities.
