Dangerous Heat Cancels Fireworks Show

Several 4th of July celebrations across the Hudson Valley are being postponed due to the extreme heat warning issued by the National Weather Service.

The NWS has issued alerts for dangerous heat, with temperatures expected to climb into the 90s and heat index values potentially exceeding 100 degrees in parts of the region from Wednesday through Friday.

Wallkill Fireworks Canceled

If you were planning to kick off your Independence Day celebrations early in the Town of Wallkill, you'll need to make other plans.

Town officials announced Tuesday afternoon that the Thursday, July 2 fireworks celebration at the Town of Wallkill Golf Course has been canceled because of the forecast for dangerous weather conditions.

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According to the town, the decision was made with public safety in mind as forecasters continue to warn of an intense stretch of heat across the Hudson Valley this week.

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In a statement, town officials said the decision "was not made lightly," adding that the safety of residents, visitors, volunteers and staff remains the town's top priority.

At this time, no rain date has been announced. Anyone with questions can contact the Town Supervisor's Office at (845) 692-7830.

Newburgh Community Day Postponed

The Town of Newburgh Recreation Department also chose to postpone the Community Day scheduled for July 2.

“Due to the excessive heat forecast of 100 degrees or more, the Town of Newburgh is taking precautionary measures for our community. We will be rescheduling our Fourth of July Community Day Celebration. Please note that the planned Community Day on Thursday, July 2 will be canceled and rescheduled. We are working with our vendors and will post a new date as soon as possible.”

Updates will be posted to the Town Rec Department's Facebook page.