D.C.'s July 4th fireworks will have "TSA-style" security, won't start until late
Summary
Washington, D.C. will have very large Fourth of July celebrations for the nation’s 250th birthday, including a long fireworks show starting at 11 p.m. and a military airshow during the day. Security will be much tighter than usual, with TSA-style checks and restricted areas expecting up to 150,000 people.Key Facts
- The Fourth of July fireworks in D.C. will be the largest ever in the city and will start at 11 p.m., later than usual.
- President Donald Trump will speak at 9 p.m. before the fireworks begin.
- The day will feature a military airshow with hundreds of planes starting at 1:15 p.m.
- The National Mall will host the Great American State Fair from July 4 to July 10.
- The event has been labeled a National Special Security Event, bringing very strict security, including vehicle blockades, fencing, and concrete barriers.
- Attendees near the Washington Monument will go through TSA-style security screening with magnetometers and can bring only small clear bags or clutches.
- About 150,000 people can fit in the main viewing area near the Washington Monument, and it is expected to reach full capacity.
- The D.C. Metro will offer free rides after 5 p.m. on July 4 to help people travel to the events safely and reduce traffic.
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