New Orleans' New Bourbon Street Barriers: Are They Enough to Prevent Future Attacks?
2025-01-05
Reuters
The city of New Orleans has installed new barriers on Bourbon Street, but they are only crash-rated to 10 mph, raising concerns about their effectiveness in preventing future vehicle attacks. After a deadly attack on New Year's Day, the city modeled scenarios for potential threats, highlighting the need for improved security measures. With the new barriers in place, residents and visitors are left wondering if they are sufficient to ensure public safety, particularly during peak tourist season. Vehicle barriers and crash ratings are critical components of urban security, and the city's efforts to enhance safety are being closely watched. Security measures, urban planning, and public safety are top priorities.