Rose Parade Preparations Continue Despite Potential Rain

Rose Parade Preparations Underway

• 🛠️ Crews are working diligently along Colorado Boulevard to set up grandstands and ensure everything is ready for the 137th Rose Parade.
• 🗓️ With just 3 days remaining until the event, preparations are in full swing, regardless of the weather forecast.

Weather Forecast and Historical Context

• 🌧️ Forecasters indicate a 70% chance of precipitation on New Year's Day, following a rainy week in Southern California.
• ☔ Historically, it has only rained 10 times during the Rose Parade, with the last occurrence in 2006.
• 🚫 Importantly, rain has never canceled the Rose Parade, ensuring the event will proceed rain or shine.

Adapting to Potential Rain

• ☂️ Organizers and volunteers are maintaining a positive attitude, referring to potential rain as the "R word" is discouraged.
• 🚗 Minor adjustments include ensuring antique vehicles will have their tops up, and some band members may use walkers.
• 🧥 Band members are expected to wear clear ponchos to adhere to visual guidelines.

Grandstand and Route Policies

• 🚫 Umbrellas are not allowed in the grandstands to ensure visibility for all attendees.
• 🎫 Spectators in the grandstands will need to rely on ponchos for rain protection.
• 🚶 Those along the parade route outside the grandstands are permitted to bring umbrellas.