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- President Donald Trump will launch 850,000 fireworks from sites in Washington, D.C., July 4, 2026 10:30 p.m., while Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is not issuing permits and lacks jurisdiction.
- National Park Service warns fireworks could create unhealthy air quality and advises N95 masks and limited outdoor time.
- Scientists say particulate matter could spike to several hundred micrograms, causing respiratory, cardiovascular problems, while D.C. emergency services logged 40 transports and over 300 contacts.
