Latest news on severe weather in the South, Mardi Gras celebrations continuing

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  Thunderstorms and strong winds hit New Orleans' Mardi Gras plans as severe weather affects millions

  Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans could be cancelled as severe storms rumble through the South, bringing strong winds and the threat of tornadoes on Tuesday.
  
  NBC News - 8h

• Fat Tuesday celebrations underway in New Orleans amid severe weather threat

  Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday festivities are in full swing in New Orleans with the area still facing the threat of severe weather. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
  
  CBS News - 5h
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  Major storm moves to South: Will it disrupt Mardi Gras?

  A major system barreling toward the South puts millions under warnings for storms and dangerous winds. Will it have an effect on Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans? NBC’s Jesse Kirsch repots ...
  
  NBC News - 9h

• Extra security precautions at Mardi Gras in New Orleans

  Security precautions are heightened in New Orleans as the city celebrates Mardi Gras. This comes after a shocking terrorist attack on Bourbon Street on New Year's Day. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
  
  CBS News - 1d
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  Mardi Gras 2025: Joy and Jitters for New Orleans

  There was never any question that Mardi Gras would go forward after the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. But some revelers felt at least a hint of trepidation.
  
  The New York Times - 6h

• Mardi Gras under tight security after deadly New Year's attack

  Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans face challenges as severe weather disrupts parades and security is tightened to the highest level in state history. Officials are on high alert following a ...
  
  CBS News - 7h

• How New Orleans is handling security for Mardi Gras after New Years attack

  Mardi Gras celebrations are about to reach their high point in New Orleans, and for the first time in history, Fat Tuesday's security designation will be as high as the Super Bowl. Katy Weis ...
  
  CBS News - 19h
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  This Mardi Gras gumbo comes from a new cookbook linking healthy eating to good sleep

  A book called “Eat Better, Sleep Better" includes a nutrient-rich, vegetable-forward recipe for Mardi Gras gumbo
  
  ABC News - 3d

• Severe weather threat forcing Fat Tuesday changes in New Orleans

  A weather system that's put millions on alert for a range of severe conditions is also having an effect on New Orleans' Mardi Gras celebrations. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
  
  CBS News - 8h

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  CBS News - 50m

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