Drones Threaten Major Events | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

Drones are turning into a major security nightmare for big events like the World Cup and Olympics, slipping past traditional checkpoints and even carrying weapons. As consumer drones become cheaper and more accessible, authorities are scrambling to respond—intercepting hundreds of illegal drones near stadiums, enforcing strict no-fly zones, and training officers to safely neutralize threats without endangering crowds. The stakes are high: just this summer, drones were used in a plot to attack a White House event, forcing law enforcement to act fast by jamming signals and forcing safe landings…