Pasadena Prepares for Rainy Rose Parade: No Umbrellas Allowed

Rose Parade Weather Forecast

• 🌧️ Pasadena is preparing for a potentially cold and wet Rose Parade, with rain forecasted for Southern California on New Year's Day.
• ☔ It has not rained on the Rose Parade in 20 years, making this a significant weather event for spectators.

Spectator Preparations and Rules

• 💡 Tourists are being informed about the no umbrella rule, with many opting for ponchos and other rain gear.
• 🚫 Umbrellas are banned not only because they block views but also due to safety concerns, as they could become projectiles in windy conditions.
• 🛍️ Vendors have largely sold out of rain ponchos, indicating a high demand and a "poncho shortage".

Banned Items and Safety

• 🗑️ The ban on umbrellas is mentioned alongside the historical banning of items like tortillas, marshmallows, and shaving cream thrown at vehicles.
• 🔥 While bonfires are prohibited, small heater-type stoves are permitted if placed a foot off the ground, with details available on the official website.

Parrots and Fan Reactions

• 🦜 Hundreds of parrots have been observed gathering outside Pasadena City Hall, amusing tourists and unaffected by the impending rain.
• 🏈 Some fans, particularly those from Indiana, believe the rain could favor their team's play style, suggesting a preference for a slower, run-heavy game.

Broadcast Information

• 📺 The 137th annual Rose Parade will be broadcast live on Fox 11 on New Year's Day, starting with a pre-show at 7 a.m.
• 🌸 The parade will feature flower-covered floats, equestrian units, and marching bands over its 5.5-mile route.