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More than 800,000 fireworks mark America 250 celebrations in DC
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Key Points:
- A thunderstorm interrupted America's 250th celebration in Washington, D.C., forcing evacuation of parts of the National Mall before attendees were allowed to return.
- The Secret Service urged people to seek shelter, but many resisted evacuation orders, leading to confusion as nearby museums and government buildings quickly reached capacity.
- Some attendees, including visitors from South Carolina, expressed frustration and disappointment over the disruption and evacuation.
- Despite the weather challenges, the Washington Monument was illuminated for 18 minutes following President Trump's speech, and the event concluded with a major fireworks display over the National Mall.
