
WASHINGTON — It was supposed to be the largest Fourth of July celebration in recent history, featuring a record-breaking fireworks display and remarks by President Donald Trump. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. But despite Trump’s best efforts, the weather stymied his plans, forcing thousands of spectators to evacuate as lightning and dark clouds rolled over the White House toward the celebration area surrounding the Washington Monument.
Main Idea: Weather and heat forced President Donald Trump’s planned Fourth of July celebration to be evacuated before the main program could begin.
Key Points:
Weather delays to the Trump-backed Fourth of July event caused evacuations, heat illness, and extra strain on emergency workers and taxpayers.
The shelter response and free water helped protect spectators from dangerous heat and lightning.
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