Festival International adds weather precautions for weekend

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY)- Festival International organizers in downtown Lafayette are implementing weather precautions for this weekend’s event, following heavy rainfall and flooding that impacted last year’s festival.

The measures come after nearly six inches of rain fell last year, causing flooding in downtown Lafayette during scheduled festival activities.

Organizers are now preparing for the possibility of rain this weekend, with a low risk of severe weather conditions. They say the goal is to ensure the safety and smooth operation of the cultural celebration…

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