Season opener will have increased police presence

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As a result of a number of unfortunate incidents that occurred during the recent San Francisco 49ers-Oakland Raiders preseason game, several new safety measures will be instituted at Candlestick Park to help ensure that the stadium remains a safe environment to enjoy and watch football. These new steps will be in place for the Sept. 3 Cal vs. Fresno State game at the stadium.

-- Additional security staff will be stationed inside the stadium and parking lots.

-- Additional SFPD squad cars will be stationed in parking lots.

-- Uniformed and plain-clothed police will patrol restrooms throughout the stadium.

-- Tailgating will be limited to four hours prior to kickoff. Once the game begins, security will conduct a sweep of the lots, and remaining fans will be asked to either enter the stadium or vacate the premises.

-- Smoking will not be allowed through the stadium.

-- A no re-entry policy will be in effect.

-- Additional lighting towers will be stationed in the parking lots.