According to organizers with the Irish Channel parade, the risk of rain and severe storms has forced them to cancel Saturday's parade.

Parade organizer Jeff Delatte said Wednesday morning that he is monitoring the weather forecast in coordination with the New Orleans Police Department.

Organizers of the Irish Channel St. Patrick's Day Parade in New Orleans are looking for a new day to roll after canceling due to the threat of severe storms. Why it matters: Chances are increasing for nasty weather Saturday.

Saturday's potential for severe weather already prompted the cancellation of a popular St. Patrick's parade.Right now, organizers of the Irish Channel parade are trying to come up with a new day to roll.

Many have already marked their calendars for the Irish Channel Parade, but luck may not be on their side due to severe weather expected on Saturday, which is likely to push the parade back.