Police discussed safety measures as Miami Music Week is underway. NBC6’s Niko Clemmons reports
Ahead of the Ultra Music Festival, organizers on Wednesday held a press conference in Miami to discuss safety measures.
The conference took place on board the Seafair Yacht located at 100 Chopin Plaza.
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WATCH HEREDuring the conference, Miami's mayor, police and fire chiefs outlined their goals with safety being the main priority.
According to the police chief, officers made seven arrests last year.
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Fire Rescue said they evaluated 121 people last year and took 45 people to the hospital during last weekend.
Entering its 25th year, the Ultra Music Festival will return to downtown Miami's Bayfront Park for three days of EDM acts from around the world.
The event will start of March 28 and will end on March 30.
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The outdoor electronic music festival draws thousands of people to South Florida every year for the show-stopping headliners and overall Miami experience.
