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DC Fireworks Show Causes Air Quality Alert

Updated 2026-07-06 21:10 UTC 1 source Negative

A fireworks display on the National Mall led to a 'Code Red' air quality alert in Washington D.C. The event was held on July 4 and caused significant pollution.

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DC fireworks show led to 'Code Red' air quality alert around nation's capital

D.C. issued the "Code Red" air quality alert on Sunday morning, hours after the record-setting fireworks display on the National Mall had ended.

2026-07-06 20:31 UTC