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What goes up must come down: the toxic hangover from the Freedom 250 fireworks

Posted on July 6, 2026 By Chris Parsons No Comments on What goes up must come down: the toxic hangover from the Freedom 250 fireworks
What goes up must come down: the toxic hangover from the Freedom 250 fireworks
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The “Freedom 250” activities in Washington DC have been controversial for a number of reasons, but after the fireworks display in the early hours of July 5th, the environmental and health impacts of this event became a concern. In the aftermath of the fireworks display on the National Mall, Washington D.C.’s Air Quality Index went … Read More “What goes up must come down: the toxic hangover from the Freedom 250 fireworks” »

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