NEW YORK (WABC) -- The Fourth of July marks a major milestone for America as we mark 250 years.
From spectacular fireworks to special exhibits and patriotic parades, we have everything you need to know to mark the momentous occasion.
ABC is marking America's 250th anniversary with 24 hours of unparalleled programming called "Disney Celebrates America."
The multi-platform broadcast, led by ABC News "World News Tonight" anchor David Muir, features coverage across all 50 states, continues all day on the Fourth of July.
With severe thunderstorms in the forecast, the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks spectacular started a little earlier on Saturday night.
The spectacular fireworks show was originally scheduled for 9:25 p.m. on Saturday, but was moved up to 9:02 p.m.
The new start time was expected to give the celebration a narrow window to beat out the incoming storms.
Due to severe storms, the Macy's 4th of July Fireworks will start earlier at 9:02 p.m.
Fireworks were originally scheduled to start at 9:25 p.m.
Strong evening thunderstorms could wreak havoc on July 4th fireworks celebrations across the Tri-State area on the final day of a dangerous heat wave.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for New York City, most of New Jersey and portions of the Hudson Valley until 11 p.m., with any storm having the potential to produce damaging winds, downpours and even some hail.
The timing of the storms could coincide just as fireworks kick off across the region, including New York City, which could see storms move in during the 9 p.m. and 10 p.m. hour.
As Long Islanders celebrate 250 years of American history, beachgoers packed Robert Moses State Park on July 4th.
