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Two cities cancel July 4 parades amid record heat

A record-breaking heat wave has prompted cancellations of Fourth of July parades in two cities tied to American independence.

Published Jul 4, 2026, 12:15 PM EDT | WFMZZ

A record-breaking heat wave sweeping the central and eastern United States has led two cities central to American independence to cancel Fourth of July parades and celebrations. The cancellations come as the region experiences historically high temperatures.