Fourth of July holiday

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A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework struck the plane during descent near Chicago Midway International Airport on July 5, 2026. The incident occurred at 200-250 feet altitude, but the flight landed safely with no injuries. The FAA confirmed it would investigate the incident, which was one of multiple reported firework-related encounters that day.

Health officials issued warnings for beachgoers to avoid ocean entry at multiple locations due to elevated bacteria levels that could cause illness. The alerts were issued ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.

A record-breaking heatwave is affecting the US as the Fourth of July holiday weekend begins. The extreme temperatures are described as hitting new records during the holiday period.

Extreme heat in Metro Detroit will persist through Friday with heat indices reaching 105 degrees, followed by thunderstorms and severe weather risks into the Fourth of July weekend. The National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center warn of potential flooding, damaging winds, and hail, particularly south of the I-69 corridor.

Colorado faces high fire danger with hot, dry, and breezy weather, leading to smoky skies in the Denver metro area. Red flag warnings and an air quality health advisory are in effect due to wildfire smoke and ozone. Temperatures are expected to rise into the low to mid-90s through the week, with isolated thunderstorms possible.

An American Airlines flight to Bermuda aborted takeoff at Miami International Airport after a business jet entered the same runway, prompting an air traffic control exchange. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred amid recent aviation safety concerns.