Head Trip updates: Saturday night sets canceled as venue evacuated
The Head Trip music festival in Indio, California, was evacuated and Saturday night performances canceled due to severe weather warnings. The National Weather Service cited risks of lightning and high winds, marking the second time this year a festival at the venue has been disrupted by weather.
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Increasingly volatile weather patterns are posing significant operational and safety challenges for large-scale outdoor events in Southern California.
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The Head Trip festival was canceled for Saturday night as the National Weather Service warned of lightning in the area. The venue was evacuated around 9 p.m. and festival organizers said around 9:30 p.m. that the day's performances were canceled for the rest of the evening. No updates were provided on the status of Sunday's planned performances.
"There is approaching severe weather," the Head Trip festival app warned. "The show is suspended. Exit the venue the way you entered and seek shelter in personal vehicles or shuttles. Stay tuned in the app for updates."
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