KAPLAN, La. ( KLFY) — Despite the rain, Kaplan’s community celebrates 70 years of the Krewe Chic A La Pie Mardi Gras Parade. The parade started earlier than normal because of the severe weather but even in the rain people danced to the music on the floats. Also, many people captured beads and goodies.

NEW ORLEANS — Zulu and Rex will both roll early with no marching krewes, bands or truck floats in an effort to beat the high winds expected to hit the metro area on Fat Tuesday. The announcement comes as other parishes announced cancellations or earlier start times for parades. However, changes in weather could present new changes.