The Pima County Fair is officially underway starting today, and while the event is packed with food, rides, and concerts, organizers and law enforcement say safety remains the top priority.
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department says families can expect a strong security presence, with 10 to 25 deputies on-site, along with off-duty officers, fire crews, and medical staff. This year also marks the first time metal detectors are in use at the gates.
“Our recommendation for parents, anybody coming with your nieces, nephews, things like that, is maybe take a picture of the child the day of so that way we know what they’re wearing,” said Deputy Adam Schoonover. “If they’re too young to remember a phone number, write the parent’s number on their arm or wrist. If they get lost, we can get that picture out to all law enforcement and medical personnel quickly.”…