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# Richmond's 3rd of July spectacular delights crowds
- URL: https://www.grandviewindependent.com/richmonds-3rd-of-july-spectacular-delights-crowds/
- Published: 2024-07-04T13:52:09.000Z
- Updated: 2024-07-04T16:21:41.000Z
- Author: Linda Hemmila
- Tags: Community

Hundreds turned out for the annual fireworks celebration at Richmond's Marina Bay Wednesday night as an unusually fog-less sky and warmer-than-usual temperatures added to the festive feel of the evening.

In years past, festival-goers donned jackets and parkas, bundling children in blankets to brave the cold wind and typically foggy conditions to catch a glimpse of the fireworks.

But not this year.

Thanks to the heatwave that's brought unseasonably warm temperatures to Richmond.

Crowds started gathering around 5 p.m. at Marina Bay Park for food and fun ahead of the fireworks, which began around 9:30 p.m., drawing the typical "oohs" and "ahs" from spectators who were not just huddled at the waterfront but also gathered on just about every side street available.

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Photos/ Soren Hemmila

Despite the potential for traffic snarls following the festivities, Richmond Police did an amazing job with traffic control, ensuring a smooth exodus from the event.

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