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Will Rains Bring Back Fireworks July 4?

Fire marshal watches the skies; temps drop 20 degrees.

Will unexpected thunderstorms bring back July 4 fireworks? Air temperatures dropped to 78 degrees by 6 p.m. Monday in Chesterfield—that's about 20 degrees.

Rain broke out in Chesterfield Monday about 4:15 p.m., preceded by lots of thunder and lightening. And rain is predicted for Tuesday as well.

said he'll be watching the weather Monday and Tuesday, to see if it changes conditions that would lead to lifting

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In some instances, fireworks might be brought back online if the ban is lifted.

However, of music, food and games when fireworks were banned last week during the heat wave of 100-plus temperatures and lack of rain.

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No rain was on the horizon at the time of either decision.

It was not immediately clear whether ireworks would be available for this July 4 if the weather permits.

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