Many American cities were forced to postpone Independence Day celebrations due to abnormal heat. About 185 million people were warned of high temperatures. As reported by Reuters on Saturday, July 4.
Among the excellent events is the Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington, which was established by President Donald Trump.
On July 3, organizers of the National Park Service’s Independence Day Parade in Washington also announced that they were canceling the annual event due to safety concerns.
At the same time, air temperatures are hitting record highs in the eastern part of the United States due to the emergence of a high-pressure system known as a “heat dome,” according to reports. an agency.
On the same day, it became known that in the US state of California, a paratrooper landed in a beer tent during a celebration in honor of American Independence Day. During a demonstration jump, the American flag that was attached to the parachutist got stuck in the trees.
Abnormal heat continues in Europe: WHO Director-General Tedros Ghebreyesus said that since June 21, more than 1.3 thousand excess deaths linked to extreme heat have been recorded in European countries. According to him, Europe remains the fastest warming part of the world.