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Brutal heat has forced the cancellation of major Fourth of July events in Washington DC and Philadelphia, as authorities warn of dangerous temperatures and urge residents to stay indoors.

The “Great American State Fair” was temporarily closed Wednesday as extreme heat gripped the region, WUSA9 reports. Organizers cited public safety, offering refunds and urging visitors to monitor reopening updates.

The State Fair will remain closed until 5 p.m. as Washington, D.C. faces dangerous heat conditions. Officials cite public safety concerns amid soaring temperatures and health risks.

A sweltering heat wave upended Fourth of July celebrations across the US, forcing event cancellations and straining aging power grids as millions sought relief from record triple-digit temperatures.

Dangerous heat triggered temporary shutdowns and delays at Washington, D.C.’s July 4 events, as officials paused activities and urged attendees to seek shade and stay hydrated.

A searing heat wave is forcing cancellations of Fourth of July events across the US, as record temperatures strain aging power grids and raise concerns over outages and public safety.

Brutal heat has forced the cancellation of several Fourth of July events in Washington DC and Philadelphia, as authorities warn of dangerous temperatures and urge residents to stay indoors.

Visitors to the Great American State Fair are calling the event “a total disappointment” as extreme heat scorches the grounds, forcing families to seek shade, cut visits short and question safety measures.