Mardi Gras disrupted by thunderstorms, strong winds
The weather service warned that Mardi Gras floats and high-profile vehicles “could become unstable at times,” as 85 million across the country face wind alerts. Millions of others face severe thunderstorms throughout the night. NBC News’ Jesse Kirsch reports from New Orleans.
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