The Transportation Security Administration says that hundreds of "unauthorized" drones have been seized at FIFA World Cup sites since the tournament began earlier this month.

What they're saying: In a statement shared with FOX Local, a TSA spokesperson said that the federal government, led by the White House Task Force, and in partnership with the FBI, DHS, TSA, FAA, along with state and local law enforcement, implemented a comprehensive airspace security and drone mitigation effort for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The spokesperson said the effort resulted in "the seizure of more than 300 unauthorized drones to date." The spokesperson continued, "Unauthorized drone flights in restricted areas are a serious violation of federal law. Operators can face fines up to $100,000, drone seizure, and federal criminal charges. Enforcement is swift and proactive." Dig deeper: As outlined on the Federal Aviation Administration's website, all FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums are "no drone zones." A "No Drone Zone" means that unauthorized drone flights are strictly prohibited in the designated airspace and surrounding grounds.