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Article 1: Rose Parade Set to Dazzle Pasadena Amidst Rain Threat; Download Our App for the Optimal Streaming Experience
Pasadena, CA – The 137th Rose Parade is gearing up to bring New Year’s Day cheer to Pasadena, but attendees should pack their rain gear alongside their blankets. Forecasters predict a rare rainy parade day, potentially the first in 20 years.
This year’s parade, themed “The Magic in Teamwork,” will feature Laker legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson as Grand Marshal. The event kicks off promptly at 8 a.m. on January 1st, following a 5.5-mile route beginning at Green Street and Orange Grove Boulevard, proceeding along Colorado Boulevard, and ending at Villa Street.
“Whether you’re camping out or arriving early, be prepared for the weather,” officials advise. Umbrellas are prohibited, but rain jackets and ponchos are encouraged.
Road closures will begin as early as 6 p.m. on December 31st, affecting Colorado Boulevard and Sierra Madre Boulevard. Attendees are urged to arrive early to avoid traffic disruptions and GPS errors due to closures.
Grandstand tickets are still available, ranging from $80 to $130, but curbside seating is free and open to the public starting at noon on December 31st. Overnight camping is permitted only on December 31st, with specific rules in place regarding items allowed on the curb.
Public transit is highly recommended, with the Metro A Line offering service to Pasadena. Metro is offering free fares on buses, trains, Metro Bike Share and Metro Micro from 4 a.m. Dec. 31 until 3 a.m. Jan. 1.
Parking is limited, and advance reservations are advised. Parking meters will be free on New Year’s Day, but standard restrictions still apply.
For those with disabilities, street-level viewing areas are available.
The Rose Bowl game, featuring Indiana vs. Alabama, follows the parade, with tickets still available. The Rose Bowl has a clear-bag policy.
For more details, download the official Rose Parade app!
Article 2: Southern California Braces for Storms; Rose Parade May Face Wettest Day in Decades
Los Angeles, CA – Southern California is bracing for a double dose of storms expected to bring heavy rain and potential hazards as the new year arrives. The storms could make the Rose Parade the wettest it’s been in decades.
The heaviest rainfall is predicted to occur Wednesday night into Thursday, leading to concerns about mudslides, rock slides, and downed trees due to already saturated ground from previous storms. L.A. County has issued evacuation warnings for burn scar areas, including communities impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires, beginning at 11 a.m. Wednesday.
The National Weather Service warns of a “high risk” of debris flows in vulnerable canyons and hillsides.
Officials are urging drivers to avoid roads during the storm.
If you need to report a flooded road or a downed tree, you can call the following non-emergency numbers.
If you’re in L.A. County and need sand bags, you can find some at local fire houses.
Article 3: Polar Bears Plunge in Jeopardy as Cabrillo Beach Remains Closed Due to Sewage Spill
San Pedro, CA – The annual Polar Bears Plunge at Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro may be altered this year, as the beach remains closed following a 100,000-gallon sewage spill. The beach has been closed since last Wednesday. Officials are warning residents to stay out of the ocean and off wet sand until the coast is clear.
The popular New Year’s Day tradition, where swimmers brave a frigid dip into the ocean, is now uncertain. Cabrillo Beach has been closed due to contamination.
While swimming might not be possible, organizers plan to continue with other elements of the event, including the yearly king and queen coronation, hot cocoa and pastries.
“We are playing it by ear,” said Lisa Guerr, president of the Cabrillo Beach Polar Bears club. “We are leaving it up to our lifeguards to have the most up-to-date information and make the decision for us. As of now, we are continuing on as planned.”
Officials attribute the spill to a sewer pipe in Carson. Public health officials warn that contact with the water or wet sand could cause illness.
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