Tragedy Strikes on New Year's in New Orleans

A tragic incident occurred in New Orleans when a vehicle plowed into a crowd on Canal and Bourbon Street during New Year's celebrations, resulting in 10 fatalities and 30 injuries, as reported by NOLA Ready. Authorities have advised residents and visitors to avoid the area due to the mass casualty event.

New Orleans was struck by tragedy as a vehicle crashed into a crowd on the bustling streets of Canal and Bourbon during New Year's celebrations. The accident led to the deaths of ten individuals and injuries to thirty more, according to the city's emergency management agency, NOLA Ready.

The New Orleans Police Department confirmed they were attending to what they termed a mass casualty incident, which unfortunately included fatalities. The incident has cast a shadow over the city's festive celebrations as officials urge the public to steer clear of the affected area.

NOLA Ready, part of the city's emergency preparedness and response initiative, issued a public advisory, warning residents and visitors to keep away from Canal and Bourbon Street as investigations continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)