Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestylePresident Donald Trump insisted that triple-digit temperatures and thunderstorms threatening Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., were "not as bad as predicted," even as extreme heat left some visitors requiring medical care.The severe weather conditions prompted the cancellation of Washington's annual Independence Day parade and events in Annapolis, Maryland, while also causing temporary closures and delays for the Great American State Fair on the National Mall.At least seven people who attended the Freedom 250 Great American State Fair on Friday needed “advanced life support,” according to CNN. Eleven people were taken to the hospital and 44 sought medical care, according to the outlet.“Despite the heat, which isn’t as bad as predicted, the crowds in D.C. are INCREDIBLE! The love of our Country has never been stronger!” Trump wrote Saturday ahead of a speech in DC. “The Air Shows are at a level never seen before - What great pilots, what great equipment!!! See you all later! Speaking at around 10:00 P.M. at The Lincoln Memorial. The Reflecting Pool looks great, despite all it went through with the Vandal Thugs. Will quickly drain and fix the damage done right after this big weekend. Happy Independence Day. Our Country is Stronger than EVER!!!”Organizers, including Freedom 250 and various agencies, implemented adjustments such as expanded cooling resources, water stations, and medical support to ensure public safety amidst the sweltering conditions.In fullTrump posts all-is-well July 4 message that appears to ignore truth about the extreme heatMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

President Trump said extreme heat in the nation's capital on July 4 won't stop him from giving his big speech ahead of the fireworks celebration.

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Trump’s celebrations for America’s 250th anniversary are falling further apart.

With temperatures forecast to reach up to 42 degrees, the US president told an audience he planned to make a long speech, “just to show that I can do anything”.

Trump vowed to deliver a "really long" Fourth of July address despite a 107-degree forecast at the America 250 celebration.

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The United States is preparing for what could be its hottest July 4th weekend ever, with a widespread heatwave already affecting over half the country. While meteorological…

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It’s an historic weekend in America, one that's been years in the planning, when the nation will mark the 250th anniversary of the declaration of independence.

The president has promised to deliver a “really long” speech Saturday no matter how hot it is.

President Donald Trump’s celebration for America’s 250th anniversary will culminate Saturday with a record-breaking fireworks show on the National Mall amid scorching temperatures…

The unbearable heat in Washington is just the latest issue for the lightly attended state fair on the National Mall

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Donald Trump's Great American State Fair was postponed on Friday due to extreme heat.

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A dangerous heat wave has disrupted July Fourth events across the United States, including Donald Trump's flagship Great American State Fair, as the nation prepares to mark its…

Los organizadores del Desfile del Día de la Independencia del Servicio de Parques Nacionales en Washington anunciaron la suspensión del evento anual programado para este sábado 4…

Washington's July 4 celebration attendees this year will have to contend with stepped-up security, possible thunderstorms and temperatures that could top 100F.

Peak heat indexes could reach 46°C in parts of the country, with several cities setting record temperature highs.

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWashington, D.C.'s Independence Day…