Krewe of Symphony parade rolls tonight in Metairie

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The Krewe of Symphony parade is set to roll tonight in Metairie, Louisiana at 6:30 p.m. However, the area is currently under a dense fog advisory, with visibility less than a mile in many places. The fog is expected to persist through the morning hours before gradually clearing up later in the day as temperatures warm up into the 70s.

Why it matters

The Krewe of Symphony parade is a major annual event in the Metairie community, and the foggy conditions could impact attendance and visibility for spectators. The weather forecast is an important consideration for those planning to attend the parade.

The details

The dense fog advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. over land and 2 p.m. over water. Visibility is currently less than a mile in many areas, including around the Crescent City Connection and the Port of New Orleans. The fog is expected to gradually improve as the day goes on, with temperatures reaching the 70s by late morning.

• The dense fog advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. over land and 2 p.m. over water.
• The Krewe of Symphony parade is scheduled to roll at 6:30 p.m. tonight.

What’s next

Parade-goers should be prepared for foggy conditions in the early evening and plan accordingly.