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Independence Day Fireworks Postponed Until July 7th Due to Poor Air Quality

Post Date:06/30/2023 11:14 AM

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City of Stamford

 

Friday, June 30, 2023

 

Contact:

Lauren Meyer

203-977-5115

lmeyer@stamfordct.gov

 

CITY OF STAMFORD TO POSTPONE INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS TO JULY 7TH DUE TO POOR AIR QUALITY

STAMFORD, CT – Due to poor air quality and visibility conditions from continuing wildfires in Canada, the City of Stamford is postponing tonight’s Independence Day fireworks until Friday, July 7th.

“We want to host the best Independence Day fireworks show possible,” said Mayor Caroline Simmons. “Because of air quality concerns, as well as the fact that the visibility of tonight’s show would be compromised, we’ve decided to take advantage of our negotiated rain date and postpone the fireworks until next week.”

“Normally, our air quality levels are between 0 – 10 but they are currently around 150,” said Jody Bishop-Pullan, the City of Stamford’s Director of Health. “During periods of unhealthy air quality, it is best to limit outdoor activities.”

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