Dangerous heat and humidity continue Friday, making for sweltering July 4 celebrations

Dangerous heat and humidity persist this Friday, creating sweltering conditions for July 4 celebrations. In Philadelphia, organizers canceled the Salute to Independence Semiquincentennial Parade due to the ongoing heat wave. High temperatures raised significant safety concerns, leading to the decision to scrap the event. These extreme weather conditions continue to impact holiday festivities, posing risks to public health and safety as the region struggles with the intense and dangerous summer heat wave.