The Super Bowl LX game in Santa Clara, California, has prompted an extensive security operation in the San Francisco Bay Area, including military-style hardware and surveillance helicopters. The Air and Marine Operations unit is enforcing no-fly zones and providing intelligence surveillance, while the Coast Guard has increased its presence to deter threats in the Bay. The unusual deployment includes a helicopter flown by the Energy Department's Nuclear Emergency Support Team, equipped with radiological detection equipment, and transport and surveillance helicopters from the Department of Homeland Security. The Airbus AS350 surveillance helicopters carry infrared detection equipment and video surveillance, allowing for detailed monitoring of the Super Bowl stadium and its surroundings. The Coast Guard has also increased its deployment due to the potential risk the Bay presents and events being held along the San Francisco waterfront. The marine unit expects more pleasure boaters and potentially two large cruise ships to arrive during the week, necessitating increased security. The security measures aim to deter any potential threats and ensure the safety of the over one million attendees, including celebrities and dignitaries, expected to attend the Super Bowl or the glitzy parties ahead of the game.
