Summary

New Orleans is installing new 10-mph-rated bollards on Bourbon Street to replace failing barriers ahead of the Feb. 9 Super Bowl, despite knowing they can’t stop moderate-to-high-speed vehicle attacks like the deadly New Year’s Day incident that killed 14.

The city prioritized ease of use over crash safety due to maintenance issues with older barriers.

Critics argue the new system leaves vulnerabilities, as the engineering report showed vehicles could still exceed the bollards’ speed rating.

Officials face scrutiny over balancing security and daily operations in the crowded tourist zone.

  • @[email protected]English
    4•3 days ago

    Deliveries can be made by cargo bicycles, as they do in Europe.

    The only reason a reinforced concrete barrier should be moved is to permit entry is for ambulances and fire trucks.

    • @Duamerthrax
      4•3 days ago

      Bikes can only really do final mile deliveries. They still use trucks/trains for bulk deliveries in Europe. You local grocery store isn’t getting stocked by bikes.

      • @[email protected]English
        2•3 days ago

        Thats exactly what we’re talking about with NO. Making Burbon St car-free.

        You can still have a street a mile away have a lot for truck parking, unloading onto bikes for final last mile delivery to car-free sections

    • @Treczoks
      1•3 days ago

      No supermarket can exist from deliveries by cargo bikes. That’s why cargo bikes supplying shops is a rare exception, even in Europe.

      And if you have a viable idea how to move substatial concrete barriers that could prevent such an attack fast enough for emergency vehicles, please post.