Brutal heat cancels Fourth of July events in DC and Philadelphia
- In Washington, an Independence Day morning was cancelled "after extensive and careful consideration of the safety of our participants, spectators, and staff as the top priority," organisers said.
- The intense heat also led to the closure of the fair on the National Mall for several hours on Friday, one day before the holiday.
- The State Fair reopened at 17:00 local time (22:00 BST) after conditions improved, the organiser, Freedom 250, said.
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- In Washington, an Independence Day morning was cancelled "after extensive and careful consideration of the safety of our participants, spectators, and staff as the top priority," organisers said.
- The intense heat also led to the closure of the fair on the National Mall for several hours on Friday, one day before the holiday.
- The State Fair reopened at 17:00 local time (22:00 BST) after conditions improved, the organiser, Freedom 250, said.
Sources: BBC News