TIMELINE: Storms Could Dampen Fireworks Shows in Tampa Bay

TIMELINE: Storms could dampen fireworks shows in Tampa Bay

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- It has been very wet the past couple days, thanks to a disturbance bringing in several inches of rain to our area. Showers and storms will linger through the early part of the afternoon today before moving inland late afternoon through the early evening.  A few rain areas could move back into the Tampa Bay area this evening which could dampen fireworks celebrations. As for the Fourth, showers and storms will be more likely …

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This is a holiday week for residents of the United States. Many communities have special activities planned to commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Here in Superior the day will begin with the 43rd annual rendition of the FireKracker Run. For those who have preregistered, packets will be available for pickup from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. today...