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Storms Force Salute to America Postponement, Airport Delays

7/5/2026

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Officials evacuated and postponed the Salute to America event on the National Mall because storms approached.
Danielle Alvarez of Freedom 250 said performer and staff safety is the priority, named federal buildings and museums as shelters.
The U.S. Secret Service halted admissions and screening at the grounds, giving no timeline for resumption.
Military flyovers for the 250th anniversary forced stops at Reagan International Airport and delays at Dulles International Airport.

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Officials evacuated and postponed the Salute to America event on the National Mall because storms approached.
Danielle Alvarez of Freedom 250 said performer and staff safety is the priority, named federal buildings and museums as shelters.
The U.S. Secret Service halted admissions and screening at the grounds, giving no timeline for resumption.
Military flyovers for the 250th anniversary forced stops at Reagan International Airport and delays at Dulles International Airport.