Extreme Weather Mars Fourth of July Weekend; Seaplane Makes Hard Landing in NYC River

The Fourth of July weekend was marred by extreme weather events across the United States, as record-breaking temperatures gripped numerous cities and severe storms caused significant damage.

In New Jersey, which was heavily impacted by storms, authorities reported that at least 19 fatalities are linked to the ongoing heatwave. The intense heat posed a significant public health risk, contributing to the tragic loss of life in the storm-affected region.

Adding to the weekend's disruptions, a seaplane was forced to execute a hard landing in New York City's East River on Sunday. The circumstances surrounding the landing are still being assessed, but the incident added another layer of concern during the holiday weekend.

Meteorologist Andrew Kozak provided an outlook on the forecast, as Shanelle Kaul reported on the various incidents, highlighting the widespread impact of severe weather during a time typically associated with celebration.