Kenner residents advised of heavy police presence as part of training operation

KENNER, La. (WGNO) — Officers with the Kenner Police Department are giving residents a heads-up about an upcoming training with the Kenner Fire Department on Thursday, May 9.

In a social media post, the KPD reported that residents may notice an increased police presence, smoke, sirens and loud noises in the area as part of the training.

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The post states the training simulates real-life scenarios and “is a crucial step in preparing our first responders to handle emergencies effectively and instill confidence in our capabilities.”

The training will take place in Kenner, and traffic will not be affected.

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