Atlanta is hosting the College Football Playoff National Championship game Monday night, and security measures are at an all-time high to ensure the safety of everyone at and around Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Georgia Bureau of Investigations (GBI) has deployed agents to assist in these efforts, even sharing their presence on social media and encouraging fans to greet them. The agents are dressed for the frigid weather, with temperatures expected to dip to a low of 17 degrees.

Governor Brian P. Kemp declared a state of emergency to ensure sufficient resources are available to handle the extreme cold. The enhanced security measures come in the wake of a tragic incident in New Orleans on New Year's Day, which prompted officials to reassess and strengthen existing protocols. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Police Chief Darin Schierbaum have outlined the increased security presence, which includes specialized units from both the police and fire departments.

The New Orleans incident, which occurred just hours before the Sugar Bowl, resulted in the game's postponement. Chief Schierbaum has stated that the entire Atlanta Police Department will be on duty, with a highly visible presence around the stadium. The city also hosted the Martin Luther King Jr. Parade earlier in the day, which required its own set of security measures and street closures. These closures were coordinated to transition smoothly into the security perimeter for the championship game.

This is the second time Mercedes-Benz Stadium has hosted the College Football Playoff National Championship game. Ohio State and Notre Dame will face off in the title game.