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Visitors crowd Capitol Fourth despite heat and storms
Thousands gathered in Washington for Independence Day events as temperatures neared 100 degrees with heat warnings and a possible thunderstorm. Visitors from across North America attended the Capitol Fourth Concert and fireworks after a day of parks, parades, and museum visits while Park Service urged public transit and sun protection.
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