Mardi Gras 2010 SAFETY TIPS
It's
carnival time! Parades, parties, costumes, beads and doubloons all come
to N'Awlins again. For many people New Orleans means Mardi Gras. Thousands
of people from all over the country and the world will be coming to
New Orleans to celebrate carnival with us. We
hope you will have a safe, secure, and enjoyable carnival season.
Remember, Mardi Gras is more fun when you mask-so please wear a mask on Mardi Gras-it's the true spirit of our celebration!
LAWS ON THE STREET
- Open containers of glass or metal are not permitted.
- Stay behind all barricades and cables. Do not throw anything at float and riders.
LADDERS
- Do not fasten together in pairs and groups.
- Do not place in intersections or between curbs.
- Do not place closer to curb than height of ladder.
PARKING
- All normal parking regulations apply. Do not park in restricted areas.
- Observe all special event parking signs along parade routes. Parking fines are doubled and towing is consistent!
SPECTATORS
- Do not climb trees.
- Obey all laws pertaining to indecent exposure.
SAFETY TIPS FOR SPECTATORS
- A carnival crowd can take on its own personality; make sure your actions contribute to the fun, safety, and mystery of Mardi Gras and not to a disturbance that everyone will regret later.
- Do not encourage the viewing crowd to run alongside floats for throws-these beautiful floats are moving ten-ton vehicles and present life-threatening danger when the crowd surges forward.
- Piggy-backing is dangerous, you may get swept away by the crowd.
- Respect the directions of band and marching unit chaperones and the police. Move out of their way and allow them to perform for your enjoyment.
CITY OF NEW ORLEANS CONTACT INFORMATION
| MARDI GRAS INFORMATION | (504) 826-1802 |
| EMERGENCY | 911 |
| POLICE | (504) 821-2222 |
| ORLEANS PARISH CURFEW CENTER | (504) 827-8501 |
| FIRE DEPT. | (504) 565-7800 |
| AUTO POUND | (504) 565-7236 |
| TAXICAB BUREAU | (504) 565-6272 |