2024 Louisiana State Fair has cameras, new security measures

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) — The rides are operating and the funnel cakes are frying. It’s the 2024 State Fair of Louisiana.

And hundreds of people made their way to the Louisiana State Fair Grounds in Shreveport on Wednesday (Oct. 30) to be a part of its first day.

This year, the State Fair is working with a new carnival ride operator, the same company that controls rides for the Texas State Fair in Dallas.

That’s not all that’s new/

If you are planning to visit this year’s fair, here’s your First Alert to a few security measures that have been put in place to help keep you and your family safe.

• New this year, there’s a mandatory clear bag policy. Only clear bags will be allowed on the Fair Grounds.
• Also, there is a heavy law enforcement presence with members of several agencies working around the clock to enforce safety.
• Before entering the Fair Grounds, everyone must go through a security screening by walking through metal detectors.
• And all youths and minors must be accompanied by an adult each day after 6 p.m.
• In addition, there are dozens of new cameras and monitoring devices.

You have more than two weeks to come out and be a part of this year’s State Fair with its circus, dog show, magic shows, carnival rides, food and so much more entertainment for everyone.

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