Event Brief
Park Service warns July 4 fireworks may cause pollution
Filed: Jul 02, 2026 at 11:08 AM ET
Summary: National Park Service documents seen by The Washington Post warn visitors to avoid unhealthy areas during July 4 fireworks.
WHO: National Park Service
WHAT: Warned visitors to avoid prolonged exposure in unhealthy areas expected from July 4 fireworks pollution
WHEN: Jul 02, 2026 at 10:50 AM ET
WHERE: National Mall, Washington, D.C.
WHY: The Park Service warned about hazardous pollution from the July 4 fireworks
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