Thousands of Philadelphia Eagles fans took to the streets Sunday night to celebrate the team’s Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs. Fireworks lit up Broad Street as crowds filled the city, cheering and chanting after the Eagles’ dominant 40-22 win in New Orleans.
Fans take over Broad Street
Social media was flooded with images and videos of the celebrations, with fans climbing streetlights, setting off fireworks, and gathering in massive numbers. The Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management issued a cautionary message, urging people to “use caution traveling and watch for pedestrians.”
SEPTA responded to the congestion by temporarily suspending several bus routes, including the 2, 12, 17, 29, 45, 64, and 79. Police were also seen directing fans away from areas where large crowds had gathered, including one spot where a DJ was reportedly setting up on Broad Street.
City officials encouraged fans to celebrate responsibly, reminding those in the area that they could text READYPHILA to 888777 for emergency updates.
Super Bowl parade expected later this week
Philadelphia is already preparing for what is expected to be a massive Super Bowl parade, possibly scheduled for Thursday or Friday. Snow is forecasted midweek, which could impact final plans. If history is any indication, the event could rival the 2018 parade, which saw hundreds of thousands of fans follow the procession to the Art Museum.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who traveled to New Orleans for the game, expressed his excitement on social media, writing, “The Lombardi Trophy is coming back to Philly. Fly Eagles Fly.”
Jalen Hurts named Super Bowl MVP
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was awarded Super Bowl MVP honors after leading the team with 221 passing yards, two passing touchdowns, and one rushing score. His performance helped secure Philadelphia’s second Super Bowl title in franchise history.
With the city in full celebration mode, all eyes are now on the upcoming parade, where fans will get another chance to celebrate their championship-winning team.
