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Blam! Kapow! WHOOSH! Calgary Expo Parade Cancelled over Strong Winds
Environment Canada said gusts reached 90 km/h, and organizers replaced the outdoor parade with an indoor Party of Wonders for safety.
- On Friday, Calgary Expo organizers cancelled the Parade of Wonders due to high winds, moving the annual event kickoff to the BMO Centre's Grand Staircase instead.
- Environment Canada issued a wind warning for the Calgary region Friday, reporting northwest winds of 60 km/h with gusts reaching up to 90 km/h.
- "While the parade portion of the celebration will not happen, the party will," organizers said, prioritizing participant safety and production partner recommendations.
- Falling debris from a Plus 15 walkway near Second Avenue S.W. forced emergency crews to shut down a portion of downtown Thursday evening.
- The Calgary Fan and Entertainment Expo continues at the BMO Centre through Sunday, as weather officials expect wind speeds to weaken and diminish overnight.
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