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weather1 year ago

"Severe Weather Shuts Down Ultra Music Festival and Miami Airport Operations"

Miami International Airport is closed due to severe thunderstorms and a tornado threat, leading to a full ground stop until at least 4:59 pm. The Ultra Music Festival in Bayfront Park was forced to shut down early, and the city is under a flood warning with heavy rain and strong winds. The Miami Open at Hard Rock Stadium and the Youth Fair have also been forced to shut down, as South Florida continues to be battered by stormy conditions.

music-festival1 year ago

"Ultra Music Festival 2024 Cut Short by Severe Weather and Flooding in Miami"

Ultra Music Festival 2024's day one was shut down due to severe weather, with thunder and lightning storms and strong winds prompting organizers to close the event three hours early for safety reasons. Sets by several artists were cancelled, and the festival is set to re-open on Saturday, with a lineup including David Guetta, Peggy Gou, Eric Prydz, and more.

entertainment1 year ago

"Ultra Music Festival: Severe Weather Shuts Down Day One, Miami Faces Record Rains and Airport Delays"

The Ultra Music Festival in Miami shut down early on its first day due to severe weather, including lightning and strong winds. Despite the rain, many festivalgoers remained enthusiastic, with some expressing disappointment at the early closure. Organizers provided ponchos for purchase inside the festival grounds, and advised attendees to use rideshare services due to traffic delays when the festival resumes.

local-news2 years ago

Miami's Ultra Music Festival: A Weekend of Music, Arrests, and Hospitalizations.

The Ultra Music Festival in Bayfront Park has been relatively calm this weekend, with police and paramedics on site to ensure safety. Only seven people were arrested for minor charges, and the number of arrests is down compared to previous years. In contrast, Miami Beach has experienced a spike in crime and rowdy behavior, leading to a curfew and reduced alcohol sales.

entertainment2 years ago

"Ultra Music Festival in Miami marred by arrests and hospitalizations"

The Ultra Music Festival has returned to downtown Miami, drawing thousands of visitors from over 100 different countries. However, the festival has also resulted in several arrests and hospitalizations, with seven arrests made by the City of Miami Police Department and 12 festivalgoers transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The festival is expected to draw more than 165,000 visitors over the weekend.

entertainment2 years ago

Miami Braces for Massive Crowds and Heavy Police Presence During Ultra Music Festival.

On the first night of the 23rd annual Ultra Music Festival in Miami, 12 people were hospitalized and seven were arrested on charges including disorderly intoxication and trespassing. With an estimated 165,000 people expected per day, officials have increased safety measures, including 100 firefighters per day on foot and bike patrol. Last year saw 16 hospital transports per day, but was considered one of the safest years. The festival comes after two deadly shootings on South Beach last weekend, leading to increased police presence and a liquor store curfew.

entertainment2 years ago

Miami's Ultra Music Festival: Safety, Surveillance, and a Packed Schedule

The Ultra Music Festival in Miami is set to attract 170,000 electronic dance music fans from around the world, with organizers expecting a nearly $200 million economic impact in the area. Police officers will be present to deal with incidents related to drug use and trafficking, dehydration, and theft, with undercover officers also present. The festival will have a lineup of headliners that includes Swedish House Mafia, Afrojack, Alesso, Carl Cox, David Guetta, Marshmello, and Tiësto. The festival will have strict rules on what attendees can bring, with a list of banned items including weapons, drugs, alcohol, and umbrellas.

politics2 years ago

Miami Beach's Spring Break Violence Spurs Curfew Debate.

The Miami Beach City Commission rejected a proposal for a curfew this upcoming weekend but ordered liquor stores to close early after two fatal shootings during spring break. The city manager still has the authority to make any emergency curfews if needed. The popular Ultra Music Festival is set to take place this weekend, and weapons are not allowed. Last year, the city imposed a midnight curfew after two spring break shootings.