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Keeping World Cup fans safe: police, drones, cameras, transportation and lots of water
By Scott Nishimura at Fort Worth Report
· June 2, 2026
· 8 min read
DALLAS — With two weeks to go before the first 2026 FIFA World Cup match kickoff in Arlington, local and federal authorities in charge of ensuring safety and security for the football matches say they’re ready to go after more than two years of planning. “From the very beginning, safety and security
Key takeaway Local police agencies said they’ll have a higher police presence on the streets, at the matches and FIFA Fan Festival at Dallas’ Fair Park, and around places where visitors and media are expected to stay and gather.
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Category: western ·
Published: June 2, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 8 min
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