An extreme heat wave has disrupted July 4th Independence Day celebrations in parts of the United States, causing parades to be canceled and some public events to be closed, including in Washington, DC.
A major fair in the capital, organized to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, was temporarily closed after some participants developed health problems related to high temperatures. Some people were transported by ambulance for medical treatment.
According to the US National Weather Service, more than 165 million people faced record temperatures along the East Coast and Midwest region. In some areas, temperatures approached historic levels, creating dangerous conditions for outdoor activities, writes the BBC .
SHBA shënon 250-vjetorin e Pavarësisë – çerek mijëvjeçari histori, demokraci dhe ndikim global Due to the extreme conditions, a number of holiday events were canceled in several states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and Colorado. Among them was a large parade in Philadelphia, which was planned as one of the main events of the holiday.
Local authorities in Washington, D.C. and other cities issued high-risk heat warnings, urging citizens to avoid prolonged sun exposure. Some official events were postponed or rescheduled for safety reasons. Meteorologists warn that the heat wave may continue in the coming days, while strong storms are also expected in some regions.
Experts point out that the frequency and intensity of such heat waves are increasing as a result of global climate change. /Telegraph