Mardi Gras, New Orleans and parades

Storms, possible twisters to threaten the South just as New Orleans celebrates Mardi Gras
Powerful storms with a threat of tornadoes are expected to punch through Louisiana and other parts of the South on Tuesday just as huge parades and costumed revelers are set to celebrate Mardi
Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans metro rescheduled or canceled amid severe weather threat
Jefferson Parish officials are canceling Mardi Gras Day parades because they are worried strong winds could flip floats, send tents flying and create other unsafe conditions. Why it matters: It's the first time the holiday's parades have been canceled in recent memory,
Mardi Gras parades canceled due to extreme winds: Mother Nature 'decided not to work with us'
Parades on Mardi Gras day have been canceled due to the dangers posed by extreme winds that could reach 60 mph in the New Orleans area on Fat Tuesday.
Mardi Gras Weather and Cancellations Ahead of Parades
Severe weather is threatening the celebrations in New Orleans, causing parade cancellations amid safety concerns.
Mardi Gras parades in Acadiana rescheduled due to weather
Due to the predicted rainy and windy weather, several Mardi Gras parades and events in Acadiana have been rescheduled, including the Carnivale D'Acadie Mardi Gras Parade in Crowley and the Krewe Chic A La Pie parade in Kaplan.
Storms, possible twisters to threaten South as New Orleans starts to celebrate Mardi Gras
The storms will also be one of the first big tests for meteorologists at the National Weather Service after hundreds of forecasters were fired under President Donald Trump’s moves to slash the size of the federal government.
Wind threat forces rescheduling and cancellation of Mardi Gras parades
Mardi Gras 2025 will go on in New Orleans and the surrounding areas, but with major adjustments due to the threat of severe weather, a source confirms to Fox 8. In the heart of Mardi Gras, the Krewe of Zulu will roll at 7 a.
New Orleans: Severe Weather Could Threaten Mardi Gras Festivities
Time to break out the beads, grab a King cake and stake out your spot for the parades in New Orleans because Mardi Gras is here. But if you’re planning to celebrate in The Big Easy then your parade gear should probably include a rain jacket,
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Zulu, Rex parades to roll early on Mardi Gras Day despite wind worries, officials say
Zulu and Rex parades, the climax of New Orleans' carnival season, will roll early on Fat Tuesday with pared-down ensembles ...
Strong Winds Force Cancellation of Some Mardi Gras Parades in Louisiana
Jefferson Parish canceled its parades, and officials in New Orleans were warily watching the Tuesday forecast.
Shooting at Mardi Gras Parade in Louisiana leaves 5 wounded, suspect in custody police say
Five people were wounded Sunday in Franklinton, Louisiana, after a shooting at a Mardi Gras parade and a suspect was arrested ...
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Shortened Zulu, Rex parades roll early on Mardi Gras Day with no bands, marchers, officials say
Zulu and Rex parades, the climax of New Orleans' carnival season, will roll early on Fat Tuesday with pared-down ensembles ...
5 Wounded in Mass Shooting After Louisiana Mardi Gras Parade, Suspect in Custody
Five people were injured in a mass shooting after a Mardi Gras parade in Louisiana. The shooting, which police described as ...
RETRO FIND: Giant parade floats amaze Mardi Gras attendees in 1980
In 1980, the Krewe of Bacchus delighted crowds with their uniquely detailed parade floats. Inspired by aquatic explorer ...
What date is Mardi Gras 2025? Is Fat Tuesday tomorrow? Paczkis, king cakes, Holy Week schedule
What date is Fat Tuesday? What is the meaning and why do Catholics celebrate? What we know from paczkis and king cakes to ...
Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade returns bigger and better on Padre Island
The event was a huge success, benefiting local charities such as American Legion Post 229, Corpus Christi firefighters, C.A.R ...