With a winter storm approaching Las Vegas, it’s possible the expected 400,000 revelers will not get to witness the Strip’s New Year’s Eve fireworks display.
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Clark County says a cancellation of the fireworks show is unlikely, but weather forecasts show that winds could be a problem.
Officials previewed the America’s Party fireworks show with a rooftop tour of Planet Hollywood on Thursday. This year’s theme is Deuces Wild.
Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak authorized 200 members of the state’s National Guard to deploy among the crowds expected Friday night in Las Vegas as the city rings in a New Year.
It’s nearly go-time for Las Vegas’ biggest party, welcoming 330,000 out-of-town revelers to celebrate the arrival of the new year on the Las Vegas Strip and downtown.
“This is the biggest show in the country, so I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else but here,” said Henry Herman, a company pyrotechnician for almost 30 years. “New York is nice, but the fireworks are not even close to being what they are here.”
Authorities have received no credible or specific threats this year against New Year’s Eve celebrations in Las Vegas, but they are urging partygoers to remember the slogan: “If you see something, say something.”