US Independence Day: 'Best fireworks show ever' cost $850,000

Washington D.C. illuminated the night sky with an impressive fireworks display to celebrate the Fourth of July. The 40-minute show featured around 850,000 pyrotechnics launched from ten different locations, despite challenging weather conditions including prior lightning.

The scale of this year's Independence Day celebration surpassed previous years. Fireworks lit up landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, the Potomac River, and West Potomac Park. Organizers estimated the display could be a new Guinness World Record for the largest fireworks show ever staged.

Former President Donald Trump described the event as the "best fireworks show ever," expressing his enthusiasm on Truth Social. The celebration concluded the American independence anniversary events with a particularly grand and costly display, estimated at $850,000.

Beyond the capital, New York City also marked the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with fighter jets flying over the city, leaving trails of smoke in the colors of the American flag. The number "250" was formed in the sky, accompanied by helicopters carrying large American flags, transforming the city's skyline into a festive and symbolic scene.

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The best fireworks show, EVER!