Electric Forest 2023 announces “increased safety oversight and protocols” following Beyond Wonderland shooting
nme.comthe tragic shooting at Washington’s Beyond Wonderland festival.The incident took place at the Gorge Amphitheater on Saturday (June 17), and local police were called and alerted of an “active shooter” on the Beyond Wonderland festival grounds.
The shooting resulted in the death of two attendees and left others injured. The second day of the festival (June 18) was later cancelled.Now, according to a new post on social media, another festival — Michigan’s Electric Forest — will be facing an increase in security in light of the event.“We want to reassure you that HQ works year-round with large-scale event security professionals including Michigan State Police, and local law enforcement agencies, and FBI, to provide a safe environment for our patrons, staff, and artists,” read the update by Electric Forest.“We have been in detailed discussions with these teams over the last 24hrs for increased safety oversight and protocols.
This presence will be visible to all attendees throughout the festival site and campgrounds.The tragic event at The Gorge is heartbreaking.
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