July 4th event updates: Parades canceled across DMV, celebrations delayed
As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled.
As extreme heat and severe weather move through the region, several July 4th celebrations across the DMV area are being postponed or rescheduled.
July 4th in DC guide: Extreme heat, enhanced security and Freedom 250 schedule
As the region braces for potentially dangerous heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.
As the region braces for potentially dangerous heat this Independence Day, preparations are well underway for the massive Freedom 250 "Salute to America" celebration on the National Mall.
Washington DC extreme heat wave prompts Fourth of July weather warnings
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect from 10 a.m. Saturday through 9 p.m. this evening, with dangerously hot conditions expected across the region. FOX 5's Tucker Barnes says heat index values could reach 110 to 115. The warning covers Washington, D.C., along with portions of central, north‑central, northeast, northern and southern Maryland, and central, northern and northwest Virginia.
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect from 10 a.m. Saturday through 9 p.m. this evening, with dangerously hot conditions expected across the region. FOX 5's Tucker Barnes says heat index values could reach 110 to 115. The warning covers Washington, D.C., along with portions of central, north‑central, northeast, northern and southern Maryland, and central, northern and northwest Virginia.
Lake Geneva boat capsized, 3 children dead after storm hits area
Three children died on Geneva Lake after a boat overturned during severe weather that caused "massive damage" across Walworth County on Friday.
Three children died on Geneva Lake after a boat overturned during severe weather that caused "massive damage" across Walworth County on Friday.
DC weather forecast: Record-breaking heat expected to continue
Washington, D.C., just saw its second consecutive day of record-breaking heat, hitting 102. Temperatures could continue in the low 100s on July 4th.
Washington, D.C., just saw its second consecutive day of record-breaking heat, hitting 102. Temperatures could continue in the low 100s on July 4th.
France-Paraguay set to be hottest World Cup match yet
Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.
Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.
Fourth of July fireworks forecast: Could storms or extreme heat disrupt celebrations?
Dangerous heat and the chance for isolated storms could affect Fourth of July fireworks across the Washington, D.C., region on Saturday.
Dangerous heat and the chance for isolated storms could affect Fourth of July fireworks across the Washington, D.C., region on Saturday.
Fourth of July fireworks forecast: Could storms or extreme heat disrupt celebrations?
A look at whether dangerous heat and possible storms could impact Fourth of July fireworks across the Washington, D.C., region.
A look at whether dangerous heat and possible storms could impact Fourth of July fireworks across the Washington, D.C., region.
DC heat dome: Extreme Heat Warning in effect Friday and Saturday for Fourth of July
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect across the Washington, D.C., region Friday and Saturday for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, keeping dangerously hot conditions in place as heat index values climb well into the triple digits.
An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect across the Washington, D.C., region Friday and Saturday for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, keeping dangerously hot conditions in place as heat index values climb well into the triple digits.
DC heat dome: Extreme Heat Warning grips region
An Extreme Heat Warning is keeping dangerously hot conditions in place across the Washington, D.C., region Friday and into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
An Extreme Heat Warning is keeping dangerously hot conditions in place across the Washington, D.C., region Friday and into the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Hundreds of Reston condo residents left without AC during brutal heat wave
Hundreds of Virginia residents are trapped in sweltering conditions as a brutal heat wave grips the region, leaving more than 600 homes at the Vantage Hill condominiums without air conditioning.
Hundreds of Virginia residents are trapped in sweltering conditions as a brutal heat wave grips the region, leaving more than 600 homes at the Vantage Hill condominiums without air conditioning.
Hundreds of Reston condo residents left without AC during brutal heat wave
More than 600 homes at the Vantage Hill condominiums in Reston are without air conditioning after the complex's central cooling system failed last year. Residents are barred from installing personal window or portable units due to electrical overload risks, leaving them with no relief until a major electrical upgrade is completed in 2027.
More than 600 homes at the Vantage Hill condominiums in Reston are without air conditioning after the complex's central cooling system failed last year. Residents are barred from installing personal window or portable units due to electrical overload risks, leaving them with no relief until a major electrical upgrade is completed in 2027.
Heat wave delays National Mall events and slows Metro ahead of Fourth of July
An intense heat wave has forced officials to delay the opening of the Washington Monument grounds and implement reduced speeds on above-ground Metro tracks due to dangerous rail temperatures. Additional safety measures, including potential concert cancellations and increased medical personnel, are being put in place ahead of the busy holiday weekend.
An intense heat wave has forced officials to delay the opening of the Washington Monument grounds and implement reduced speeds on above-ground Metro tracks due to dangerous rail temperatures. Additional safety measures, including potential concert cancellations and increased medical personnel, are being put in place ahead of the busy holiday weekend.
Virginia faces historic drought as Governor Spanberger calls for conservation
Virginia is dangerously close to emergency drought conditions as a severe heat wave grips the state during its driest period recorded since 1941.
Virginia is dangerously close to emergency drought conditions as a severe heat wave grips the state during its driest period recorded since 1941.
Virginia faces historic drought as Governor Spanberger calls for conservation
A severe heat wave has pushed Virginia into its driest period since 1941, leaving the entire commonwealth under drought conditions and threatening local agricultural farms. In response, Governor Abigail Spanberger is urging residents to practice voluntary water conservation to avoid mandatory restrictions.
A severe heat wave has pushed Virginia into its driest period since 1941, leaving the entire commonwealth under drought conditions and threatening local agricultural farms. In response, Governor Abigail Spanberger is urging residents to practice voluntary water conservation to avoid mandatory restrictions.
Heat forces Capitol Fourth rehearsal cancellation and medical response
Extreme heat on the National Mall has prompted U.S. Capitol Police to cancel the public viewing of the "A Capitol Fourth" rehearsal. Officials and medical personnel are actively monitoring attendees for heat-related illnesses as a brutal heat wave continues to grip the area.
Extreme heat on the National Mall has prompted U.S. Capitol Police to cancel the public viewing of the "A Capitol Fourth" rehearsal. Officials and medical personnel are actively monitoring attendees for heat-related illnesses as a brutal heat wave continues to grip the area.
Braving the heat at The Wharf
FOX 5's Jennifer Delgado speaks to people braving the extreme heat at The Wharf as temperatures reach 100 degrees.
FOX 5's Jennifer Delgado speaks to people braving the extreme heat at The Wharf as temperatures reach 100 degrees.
Heat dome baking the DMV: Record-breaking temps set to soar above 100 degrees
The Washington, D.C. area is currently baking under a massive heat dome, and meteorologists warn that the worst is yet to come.
The Washington, D.C. area is currently baking under a massive heat dome, and meteorologists warn that the worst is yet to come.
Excessive heat warning in effect as temps soar to over 100 degrees
With an excessive heat warning in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., residents should prepare for dangerous conditions as the region enters the core of this severe heatwave.
With an excessive heat warning in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., residents should prepare for dangerous conditions as the region enters the core of this severe heatwave.
Poolesville moves Fourth of July fireworks to Sunday due to extreme heat
Extreme heat and dry farmland have prompted fire officials in Poolesville to postpone the town's Independence Day fireworks and celebration from July 4th to July 5th to ensure public safety. Montgomery County is also adjusting its event times in Kensington and Germantown to reduce heat exposure, while emergency management officials have issued a heat emergency alert for the area.
Extreme heat and dry farmland have prompted fire officials in Poolesville to postpone the town's Independence Day fireworks and celebration from July 4th to July 5th to ensure public safety. Montgomery County is also adjusting its event times in Kensington and Germantown to reduce heat exposure, while emergency management officials have issued a heat emergency alert for the area.