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Record confirmed: July 4 fireworks set Guinness World Record mark after storm delay
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· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The fireworks show was part of the July 4th celebrations in the nation's capital.
A record has been confirmed for a fireworks display that took place on July 4th. C. after a storm delay.
President Donald Trump had previously mentioned the display on social media, promising that it would be record-breaking. The fireworks show was part of the July 4th celebrations in the nation's capital. Further details about the record-breaking display can be found through KTXS, the local ABC affiliate in Abilene , Texas.
They have reported on the confirmation of the record, which was recognized by Guinness World Records.
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Category: safety Published: August 8, 2026 Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News Reading time: 1 min
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