The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in San Francisco showcased vibrant displays of Irish pride and community spirit, with thousands gathered on Market Street. Residents, including Bissy Sancimino and Fatima Alagazzali, expressed joy in celebrating their heritage and tradition, emphasizing the event's significance. Parade director James Quinn anticipated a successful turnout with 130 floats and around 15-20,000 attendees. City officials, including Mayor Daniel Lurie and Police Chief Bill Scott, participated, spotlighting the importance of safety and optimism for the city's future. The event reinforced the deep-rooted Irish heritage within San Francisco.
"We love the firemen, we love the cops, we love the city," said Richmond District resident Bissy Sancimino, highlighting the community spirit at the parade.
"This year's parade is going to be a rip roaring occasion; I'm expecting 15 to 20,000 people," said parade director, James Quinn, emphasizing the event's growth.
"It's one of the great days of the year in San Francisco. I feel Irish today," remarked Mayor Daniel Lurie, reflecting on the city's vibrant atmosphere.
"We have a lot of officers in the parade, but we're also fully deployed," noted Police Chief Bill Scott, emphasizing public safety during the festivities.
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