Extreme heat advisory delays National Mall July 4 event, organizers say 

Jul 3, 2026 - 08:00
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Extreme heat advisory delays National Mall July 4 event, organizers say 
Entry to the National Mall for a record-breaking fireworks show celebrating July 4 has been delayed as Washington, D.C. braces for extreme heat, Freedom 250 organizers said Thursday. President Trump insisted he would still deliver a lengthy speech at Saturday’s “Salute to America 250 Celebration & Fireworks” event, despite forecasts that temperatures will climb to 107 degrees.…