Alabama Mardi Gras Parade Canceled After Car Hits Band

Gulf Shores, Al. — (CNN) The Gulf Shores Mardi Gras parade in Alabama was canceled Tuesday after a vehicle in the parade struck a marching band from behind, city spokesman Grant Brown told local media.

The city issued a statement saying the parade has been canceled “due to an injury at the start of the lineup.”

At least 11 people have been injured, including three who were critically hurt, Gulf Shores city spokesman Grant Brown said.

Several people have been taken to South Baldwin Regional Medical Center, hospital spokeswoman Kim Neal said.

WKRG reported that students were among the injured.

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