Extreme heat won’t stop Capitol Fourth concert, Trump speech, or fireworks. Crowds told to come prepared
Washington, D.C.’s annual A Capitol Fourth concert will go on as planned Friday evening despite oppressive temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits, though officials are adjusting event logistics and urging attendees to take precautions as a dangerous heat wave settles over the nation’s capital.The U.S. Capitol Police announced Friday morning that the concert will still begin at 8 p.m., but public entry will be delayed until 7 p.m. because of the extreme heat. Officials also warned that people who are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses should use extra caution if they plan to attend.
- ▪Washington, D.C.’s annual A Capitol Fourth concert will go on as planned Friday evening despite oppressive temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits, though officials are adjusting event logistics and urging attendees to take pr
- ▪Capitol Police announced Friday morning that the concert will still begin at 8 p.m., but public entry will be delayed until 7 p.m. because of the extreme heat.
- ▪Officials also warned that people who are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses should use extra caution if they plan to attend.
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Washington, D.C.’s annual A Capitol Fourth concert will go on as planned Friday evening despite oppressive temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits, though officials are adjusting event logistics and urging attendees to take precautions as a dangerous heat wave settles over the nation’s capital.The U.S. Capitol Police announced Friday morning that the concert will still begin at 8 p.m., but public entry will be delayed until 7 p.m. because of the extreme heat. Officials also warned that people who are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses should use extra caution if they plan to attend. Recommended Stories Dancers nearly crushed after stage falls apart at Freedom 250 July 4 rehearsal ‘Dr.
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