Heat Wave Hijacks 250th Birthday Celebrations | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 3, 2026 · 1m

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday amid record-breaking heat, festivities from Mount Rushmore to Times Square are unfolding under a scorching sky. President Trump is set to address crowds in South Dakota and Washington, D.C., before massive fireworks displays — while cities scramble to adapt. New York’s midnight ball drop and D.C.’s concert are facing heat-related disruptions, with organizers adding water stations and medical aid. Amtrak canceled trains in the Northeast as extreme temperatures threaten infrastructure. Amid political tensions and weather woes, Americans are…