At least two Oklahoma City metro Fourth of July celebrations were canceled due to the risk of severe weather Saturday night. The Tribute to Liberty in Midwest City and the Celebration in the Heartland in Moore were both canceled.
In Midwest City, city officials announced the cancellation of the Tribute to Liberty, citing incoming inclement weather. The fireworks could still be utilized tomorrow evening, but attendees were advised to check social media for updates.
In Moore, the Celebration in the Heartland drone and fireworks shows were canceled and rescheduled for Sunday evening. The event will take place at Buck Thomas Park, and attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets.
The severe storm risk is expected to impact the Oklahoma City area, with potential wind gusts of up to 80 miles per hour and large hail. The storms are expected to move into the area around 7-8 pm, making it difficult for outdoor events to take place.
Original reporting: Oklahoma City News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
