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5 min readThe Fourth of July holiday is being reshaped by extreme weather across the United States, as a massive heat dome and dry conditions force cancellations, restrictions, and heightened fire danger. Meanwhile, Iran prepares for the funeral of its supreme leader killed in an Israeli airstrike, France reports a deadly heat wave, and the U.S. confirms most troops deployed to Nigeria have returned home.
Heat Dome Cancels Celebrations and Raises Fire Risk
Record-breaking temperatures are disrupting Fourth of July plans across the country. The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings in 23 states, driven by a heat dome stretching from southern Maine to the mid-Atlantic and as far west as Missouri. Multiple governors have warned residents to stay hydrated and take air-conditioned breaks while celebrating. Philadelphia canceled its Fourth of July parade, which was expected to be one of the largest in the country, due to heat concerns. However, official events in Washington, D.C., including a massive fireworks display, are still proceeding as planned.
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- 1 (00:04) **Heat Wave Cancels July 4th Events** - Record-breaking temperatures and a heat dome over 23 states lead to extreme heat warnings and event cancellations.
- 2 (00:53) **Wildfire Risk Prompts Fireworks Bans** - Dry conditions elevate fire danger, leading to restrictions on personal and public fireworks.
- 3 (01:12) **Colorado Wildfire Crisis** - A report from Colorado Public Radio details the ongoing wildfire emergency.
- 4 (02:01) **Iran Prepares for Supreme Leader's Funeral** - Official ceremonies begin for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in an Israeli airstrike.
- 5 (03:01) **France Reports Heat Wave Death Surge** - Deaths surged 29% during the nation's hottest week on record, with Paris seeing a 63% increase.
- 6 (03:14) **U.S. Troops Return from Nigeria** - Most of the 200+ troops deployed to fight ISIS in Nigeria have returned after degrading ISIS leadership.
- 7 (04:05) **Venezuela Earthquake Aftermath** - Over 2,500 dead after twin earthquakes; search continues for the missing.
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