Storms impact Fourth of July, World Cup events Saturday

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Rain and thunderstorms Saturday impacted some Fourth of July celebrations and World Cup events happening around the Kansas City area.

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UPDATE, 6 p.m. | The city of Peculiar called off its Independence Day celebration Saturday due to weather.

The city said in a social media post its events are moved to Sunday at the same scheduled times.

UPDATE, 5:15 p.m. | The city of Harrisonville canceled its Fourth of July event at the city park because of storm damage.

The city said on social media the park doesn't have power at this time, and tree limbs and debris are covering the park as over a dozen trees were ripped down.

The city is working to reschedule the event, but that date is not available at this time.

UPDATE, 4 p.m. | KSHB 41 meteorologist Caleb Chevalier provided an update on weather heading into the Fourth of July evening.

UPDATE, 3:15 p.m. | ConnectKC26 Region Direct and Airport Direct services are back in action, KC2026 said in an update at 2:50 p.m.

UPDATE, 3 p.m. | The city of Leawood announced its Celebration in the Park and fireworks show will not take place Saturday due to weather.

The fireworks show has been rescheduled for 9:45 p.m. Sunday at Leawood City Park.

"Although weather conditions may improve later this evening, the continued threat of lightning prevents crews from safely setting up the fireworks in time for a full show," the city said in a press release. "In addition, the city wants to prioritize the safety of guests who would be parking off-site and could face challenges exiting the area quickly if severe weather develops."

UPDATE, 2:35 p.m. | KC2026 announced FIFA Fan Fest would open at 3:30 p.m. Saturday.

Officials also said Region Direct and Airport Direct transportation to and from the festival is temporarily paused. On-site staff will provide instructions.

UPDATE, 10:50 a.m. | FIFA Fan Fest has delayed its opening due to weather conditions, aiming for a 3 p.m. opening. At this time, the Stars and Stripes Picnic at Fan Fest is still set for 6:30 p.m., followed by the fireworks celebration at 9:30 p.m.

UPDATE, 10:20 a.m. | Around 9 a.m. Saturday, the city of Lenexa, Kansas, canceled its July 4 Community Days Parade that was set to begin at 10 a.m.

The city said the cancellation was due to forecasted weather conditions.

The Independence Day Parade in Leawood, Kansas, was also canceled due to severe weather chances. It was originally scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday.

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