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How extreme heat is changing DC's July 4th weekend event plans
Key takeaways
- The high temperature Thursday in Washington, D.C., was forecast to be 102, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
- The heat comes as the District prepares to celebrate the country s 250th birthday over the Fourth of July weekend.
- Here s what you need to know about how the heat is impacting 250th and July Fourth celebrations in D.C., with NWS forecasting similarly high temperatures through Saturday.
Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.
The high temperature Thursday in Washington, D.C., was forecast to be 102, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
The heat comes as the District prepares to celebrate the country s 250th birthday over the Fourth of July weekend. Multiple events may be affected by the broiling temperatures.
Have a plan to stay cool this week: stay hydrated, dress in lightweight/loose clothing when possible, and check in with family & friends to make sure they re safe from the heat, the NWS s Baltimore/Washington forecast office said in a post on the social platform X on Wednesday.
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