A fire broke out on the Brooklyn Bridge following a July 4 fireworks display in New York City. A live stream captured workers in high-visibility jackets attempting to extinguish the blaze. The fireworks show was paused while the fire was being dealt with.
The cause of the fire and the extent of damage to the iconic bridge remain unclear. Emergency lights were flashing near the fire, and efforts were made to put out the fire with water. The fire is located on the side facing the East River.
Witnesses reported the incident, expressing concern over the situation during the NYC America250 Independence Day celebration. Emergency crews responded to the scene to investigate the cause and assess the ongoing situation.
Meanwhile, severe weather in Washington disrupted the celebrations of America’s 250th independence anniversary. Storms led to a temporary evacuation of the National Mall. President Donald Trump confirmed plans to deliver a speech later in the evening despite the weather conditions.
Trump expressed determination to proceed with the celebration despite the rain. His speech was scheduled to commence around 11 pm local time.