Rose Parade faces first rain in 20 years this New Year’s Day | EUROtoday

Southern California’s iconic Rose Parade is bracing for an unwelcome visitor this New Year’s Day: rain, an occasion not seen in twenty years.

The forecast predicts a one hundred pc probability of rain in Pasadena on Thursday, following a Christmas week that introduced flooding and mudslides throughout the area.

Candy Carlson, a spokesperson for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses, which organizes the 137th parade forward of the Rose Bowl College Football Playoff sport, light-heartedly remarked: “We try not to say that word around here.”

Meanwhile, arctic air is anticipated to cowl a lot of the japanese two-thirds of the nation, in accordance with the climate service.

In New York City, forecasters predict temperatures within the low 30s Fahrenheit (round zero levels Celsius), which isn’t uncommon, when the ball drops in Times Square on New Year’s Eve. Light rain is feasible in Las Vegas, the place a number of casinos will likely be taking pictures fireworks from rooftops.

During Nashville’s Big Bash, a New Year’s Eve occasion at a park, temperatures will likely be within the low 30s when an illuminated music be aware drops at midnight within the Tennessee metropolis. New Orleans will likely be within the mid-40s Fahrenheit (round 7 levels Celsius) for a free live performance and fireworks alongside the Mississippi River.

At the Rose Parade, it has rained solely 10 occasions within the parade’s historical past — and never since 2006, Carlson mentioned.

Rare moist climate is unlikely to maintain floats, marching bands, entertainers and others from taking part. Carlson mentioned individuals driving on floats could have rain gear if crucial, and tow vehicles will likely be standing by in case of mechanical issues.

Spectators might want to put together, too. Umbrellas usually are not allowed in parade seating areas that require tickets, although the ban does not cowl individuals who merely line up alongside the practically 6-mile (10-kilometer) route. Curbside tenting — no tents — begins at midday Wednesday. Rain is also predicted that day.

“Last year’s parade theme was ‘Best Day Ever!’ and six days later it was the worst,” said Lisa Derderian, spokesperson for the city of Pasadena, referring to the devastating Eaton wildfire in Los Angeles County. “We want to start the new year on a high note. Hopefully Mother Nature cooperates with the weather.”