hammered byzv tropical rain rigt now. arthurw3 is moving away from us. 74 in allentown. 75 in reading. wilmington 78. at the shore upper 60s. and the ocean all churned up because of arthur down to 59 degrees. philadelphia 77. if you take a look back in the history books this so far is the coolest fourth of july in 18 years for philadelphia. the last time it was in the 70s was in 1996. in fact, the last four, fourth of july holidays we were in the 90s. the forecast is clearing up. a strong breeze out of the north. the temperatures falling into the 60s. when we come back we'll talk about the rest of the holiday weekend and see if we can keep the sunshine going for saturday and sunday. fingers crossed adam, thank you. they are packing thew3 area

for the wawa welcome america concert. and chopper 6 is live over the parkway. people are starting to stake out their spots. john rawlins is live on the ground. how is the crowd,ht john? hi, alicia. there is lots of folks. this is the phillies fourth of july jam. it's the largest free outdoor concert. who am i to dispute that. there are so many people here. the concert starts at 7:00. they have been rolling in since early this morning. ti america. >>reporter:the early rifling for the concert landed hours to stake out lawn space with a view of the stage. and they are pop finonsnb of choice. >> 5:00 a.m. >> the concert is? >> 7:00, 8:00 yeah. [ laughter ]

>> ed sheeran. >> that is the the guy from britain? >> yeah. >> what is it about him that you would spend an hour on a cool fourth of july standing here? he's down to earth and passionate on whatever hexd doe. >> police are everywhere. it's new this year numerous trash trucks not just barriers but blocking roads in and out of the parkway. the fire department focused on vendors that used cooking gas. >> they went over all the equipment. it was thorough yes. >>reporter:back live. where are you from. >> northeast philly. >> who are you here to see?

>> ed sheeran. >> here are you here to see. >> ni ññ concert that you want and expect a lot of company. back to you. those kids have great seats there. you can see all the action on the parkway on 6abc. rick, cecily tynan, karen and adam have the coverage live at 7:00. it goes over the art museum. very a list of local fireworks shows. the list is broken down by state and county to help you find one

it's cool for the fourth of july. the part of reason it feels cooler is because of the blustery winds. coming in at 32 miles-an-hour. trenton up to 30 miles-an-hour. along the coast atlantic city 30 miles-an-hour. and beach haven a gusts up to 31 miles-an-hour. we have the moisture exiting to the north and east. it is because of hurricane arthur. the storm system is off to our east. the center of the storm showing a wave height of 29 feet. as you get away from the center of this storm and the tropical moisture wave heights up to 15 feet. it starts to diminish. the wave heights are a concern as we progress through the weekend. they are not as strong as they are across the center of that storm system that is pulling

away. nonetheless, a high surf advisory at 4:00 p.m. on saturday. waves 4 to 8 feet. there is a concern for rip currents from jersey shore all the way to the delaware. the ocean temperature is 59 degrees. churning in the atmosphere and in ocean. the temperature on saturday. 79. sunny and breezy. sunny and nice on sunday. a high of 81. more improvements on the way. adam has the latest. thank you. the sunny weekend is good news for thousands of folks that made the trip to the beach this weekend. and wendy saltzman is live with the crowds in wildwood. hi, wendy. >>reporter:hi, monica. it was slow at the pier. they brought in rain, and many of the rides were closed down minutes ago. now, all that has changed.

the sun is out and the crowds are making their way out the to pier. >> happy independence day or happy fourth of july. >> what about the vain it putting a damper on your day? >> no, nothing gets in my way. >> the kids have a blast. this is our second time. each time to gets better. >>reporter:most vacationers big and small are celebrating the fourth with puddles. the shore remained bare despite as few bathing beauties that braved the waves and cold weather. >> it's cold but it's nice. but it's cold. the water is really cold right now. and the waves are crazy. >>reporter:this family ventured out after cabin fever took over their shore house. >> the kids running around crazy. having fun. fighting and arguing. >> so far today is about making

the best out of it as we can. >> he was blue that there was not more sun on his birthday. >> it's not a good birthday. we are able to be outside on the beech -- beach. now we have to be stuck inside all day. >> we are playing games and having a good time. >> the rides stayed closed until the rain went away. the sales are slow. they are fortunate that the storm didn't do any real damage. >> fortunately it's on its way out. a couple of hours from now, things you would shb should be . >>reporter:and those that are adventurous enough to stick their toes in the water, the good news the weekend is shaping up. it's a perfect day in wildwood. i am wendy saltzman.

happy fourth to you. download the free app for your smartphone for tablet. you can get it on your android device. time to check into the accuweather report. there are some roads that are shutdown on the parkway. and matt pe pellman has the brek down. >>reporter:the highways are not crowded. they are the way to go. no congestion delays on the schuylkill expressway. we can't say that too often. the local streets a lot are blocked for the parades. a and tonight for the wawa welcome america festivities, it's shutdown near the art museum. it's only open to the pedestrians. and the ramps connecting i-76

are closed. the parkway are shutdown. and the grand glorious parade in glenside. it started a 4:00. expect closures aroun at waverly road. the shoulder is getting by. and mass trenton is on a holiday. a sunday schedule with delays on the warminster and lands dale, doylestown lines. and a friday afternoon, so many good things are going on. if you are headed down the shore, watch out for a minor crash at shore road and cape may county. heavy traffic in that area resulting. thank you, matt. this morning's steady rain did

not stop people celebrates america in its birthplace. the armies old guard fife & drum corp. opened up at independence mall. he talked about rights and mentioned groups like african-americans and the l.g.b.t. community. >> the man that made history in this playground two centuries ago were not the only against in in american history to fight for dignity. >> and folks across our area celebrated the fourth of july with picnics and parades and

concerts. this was the scene at wilmington, delaware today. it began with music. the children enjoyed moon bouncing and face-painting. hi, sweetie. they decorated their wagons with red, white and blue. marching bands followed. and string bands marched through clifton heights, delaware county. the children waved american flags as the parade rolled through town. dozen was immigrants spent this fourth of july becoming american citizens in camden. they hosted this nationalization ceremony. 35 people took the oath of

allegiance. 500 were sworn in. the vw are missing thousands of dollars. the group's treasurer is accused of stealing the mun. richard spatz used the money for himself. he was a fellow veteran. >> we were all dumb-founded. something like this was going on is devastating. spatz is charged with threat. he is due in court for a preliminary hearing on monday. a young girl has persisted against adversity thanks to her mother's undenial love. and sharrie williams has that

story. >> and alicia this local college student was stricken with cancer. she traveled thousands of miles to give her strength and support. lisa thomas-laury tells the story how the mother and daughter found the hope lodge in philadelphia. and how it has changed both of their lives forever. if you are grilling on that the holiday weekend we have ways to keep you safe. ali gorman has tips in "health deck" ladies in red at 5:00. that is right. all of us in red today celebrating america's birthday. you know it's summer. there are so many choices looking for the right sunscreen especially, when protecting your kids. >> about a third of us buy a sunscreen that is claimed to be for kids. many chaos ones that doctor-recommended. this is what you need to know

about sunscreen and children. >> it says kids on it and adults i don't know the difference. >>reporter:consumer reports says you don't need to buy a separate formula for babies and children. >> there is no different ingredient for kids. they use the same active ingredients. >>reporter:for example comparing coppertone water baby and what about the claim it's the number one pediatrician brand. coper tone surveyed pediatricians to find out what brands that they recommend. >> it may mean it's safer. those terms are not regulated. f.d.a. does not hold the kid he is sunscreen to a higher standard than adult sunscreens. >>reporter:the consumer reports say they are a don't for kid s. >> kids arkids.

>> some sprays taken titanium dioxide and consumer reports says that a lotion is better choice. one to look for is equate from walmart. it's an affordable choice for the whole family. the coppertone spf50 is good. it's twice the price her ounce for walmarts equate, spf50 which is the best buy. those that are tear-free may leave out ingredients that may bother the eyes. any sunscreen that may get in the eyes could still cause stinging. it was not sunshine but it was rain. as they took part in the soap box derby.

it started on fayette street. those are 8 and 17. the races wrapped up at 4:00. it's time for of the accuweather forecast this fourth of july. it a dreary, damp start of the day. things are picking up. >>reporter:we are picking up the clouds for the evening barbecues and fireworks this evening. cape may, the sunshine is returning. it wasn't a beach day with a lot of rain down there and cloud cover. we are taking a look at the as wells. look at the as swells coming in. >> as we look at double scan live stormtracker 6 all the rained cleared out. it lagging behind. we are going to evaporate all

the cloud cover by this evening. 66 in poconos. and 77 in philadelphia. dover 76. because of the hurricane off of the coast the ocean is churned up. it caused upwelling. the cold water from the base the lower part of the ocean floor is coming up to the surface. the ocean temperatures dropped to 59 degrees. it should stay chilly for the rest of the weekend. as you look at dewpoints 40s in the poconos. it's starting to kick out that humid air. the dewpoints the last couple of days with the severe storms in the mid 70s. it turning extremely comfortable outside. hurricane arthur a category 1. it's moving to the northeast at 25 miles-an-hour. it's about 170 mimes eas 170 mi.

it's creating substance on the north side. you may need a jacket. it's cool. we say in the 60s tomorrow at 9:00. in the afternoon the temperatures climb to 81 in philadelphia. 80 in allentown. and 70s along the shore. overnight, the temperatures are chilly. 53 in allentown. 54 in reading. 58 in millville. it will stay breezy the entire night. take a look at this. no matter where you are wall-to-wall sunshine. refreshing breeze. 82 in the city. 79 at the shore. the poconos 75 degrees. as we take a look at your four-day at 4:00. 86. low humidity.

before that humidity returns come monday and hotter at 92. muggy. 92 on tuesday with downpours and thunderstorms. despite the weekend started a little wet for the holiday it's looking great, a ladies for the wesforfor therest of the weeken. a capito camera was set up e to capture the whole thing. >> who won the hot dog contest and made news before it started. and divers give us a look at the cruise liner that came to a tragic end. the news app are free at the apple and google app stores. >> i am commissioner brian mcguire happy birthday, america. >> i am kyle. i am from wayward, pennsylvania.

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it is 4:30. now "action news" continues with a celebration of freedom and of freebies on this friday. yes, speaking of celebrations from parades to picnics to pomp and circumstance the birth place of the nation we know how to do it in style. you won't believe how close a stranded hiker came to losing his grip and possibly losing his

life. we begin with a big weather headline hurricane arthur. let's begin to where it has been. scott goldberg is live in seaside heights with arthur's impact. scott. >>reporter:well, alicia there is a big difference between disappointment and devastation. they would prefer a sunnier fourth of july. they remember superstorm sandy. it wiped out the boardwalk. arthur is not that bad. on writesville beach in north carolina the fourth of july began with the look and feel of the beach holiday that so many wanted but didn't expect. the night before hurricane arthur nailed the outer banks of a category two storm the wind

blowing 100 miles-an-hour. >> it can calm down so we can enjoy the rest of the vacation. >>reporter:it left behind choppy waves and severe in some small town us. relatively a few lost power. >> this is has been a good day. >>reporter:the governor warned beach-goers not to put on a stupid hat. >> he wore a smile. >> i put on my beach shirt and going down to southport to participant in their parade. >>reporter:cape cod was in line to be arthur's next target. the storm's journey so far proving to be a disruption than a disaster. >> we are all safe. it was fun. it's a new experience. >>reporter:there are still

concerns about draws rip currents all along the east coast. there is also the bummer factor. cities and towns like this one have to cancel the fireworks delays or postpone them because of the bad weather. scott goldberg, "channel~6 action news." and the no rain at the moment. even though that are arthur did not hit our area there are concerns about rip currents up and down the shore. and going to adam joseph how long the danger could last? terror could last through the weekend. you want to swim with the lifeguards. they will let you know if it's safe to go into the waters. arthur 125 miles east of atlantic city. there is the center. the eye of arthur.

it's a powerful hurricane. winds sustained 90 miles-an-hour as we flip from the satellite and the radar, it rain is long gone east of the big apple. there are bands of heavy rain and stronger winds for them. as we take a look at data off of our coastline you see the tip of cape may. the winds out at 23 miles-an-hour. gusting to 34 down there. the ocean temperature has dropped to 59 degrees churned up because of arthur that passed us by a few hundred miles. as you look at temperatures it's dropping on the western side of this low. the winds around that hurricane or counterclockwise. 77 in philadelphia. 77 in allentown. dover is 76 degrees. it's a perfect time for the concert along the parkway. the fireworks are clear with a northwesterly wind.

temperatures 75 by the start of the concert. the fireworks 69. the one thing about the concert the fireworks the northwesterly wind may blow the smoke from the fireworks down the parkway. that may be the only fly in the ointment. otherwise it's beautiful out there. the seven-day forecast coming up in accuweather. thank you. the rain cleared out in time for the big wawa welcome america celebration. you are looking at live look at the ben franklin parkway. half a million of people are expected to gather for the nation's largest free concert tonight. it's bustling. people are packing the parkway there. that is followed by an aeriel extra have extra have aextravag.

and more than a dozen children are celebrating unless day as brand new citizens. >> so help me god. >> so help me god. >> let me be the first to congratulate you. you are now citizens of the united states. the children took the oath of allegiance. they came from countries south africa and europe and asia. now they can call america home. they signed the declaration of independence years ago. and then the bow bell tolls leag freedom reign.

and independence from the british with a bang today. >> ready, fire. members of the continental army marked the pivotal role that the camp played in our freedom. the families boyed historical games, a cookout, and a community picnic. from costumes to karate to classic cars it was quite the scene in camden county. they watched the annual fourth of july parade. all of them of course, decked out in their patriotic best. it was a celebration of all things stars and stripes for bala cynwyd. peddle power was on display as dozens of youngsters took part in a decorated bicycle parade.

there were lots of fire trucks manned by first responders that give up their time and talents. we thank them. and in bucks county they are having a fair. the days parade rolled through the township. the baby parade is a crowd favorite. they pushed their children decked out in the red, white and blue stars and stripes. the red, white and blue came in the form of a police cruiser amount of the start of the parade. and behind it were little ones riding their bikes in patriotic flags and decorations. and stranded 5,000 feet in the air and losing his grip. see how they saved this hiker's

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new video has just been released showing the moment that an overpass built for the world

cup collapsed in brazil. in this clip you see the concrete and steel structures give way crushing several cars and at least one bus. two people were killed including a 25-year-old man whose vehicle was flattened by tons of rubble. as mean as 22 others were hurt. the overpass collapse was the first tragedy for the host city. it shows a helicopter team saving a hiker trapped up on a mountain. >> there is not much room. we'll be down there and see how it looks. the rescue happened on monday night. the stranded climber called 911 and said he was stuck. 10 feet of the rotor clearance from the rock face. he connects the harness and then he's hoisted up to the helicopter. once lifted into the chopper.

we can't hear what everyone is saying. the look of relief on the rescued climber says it all. teenagers are called an hero.ed climber says it all. twice their ages are refusing to do. risk their lives to safe a stranger. she found a woman on a car. the adults nearby were not doing anything to save her. the teenager jumped in and swam over with a life jacket for her. he then stayed with the elderly woman and kept her calm until firefighters arrived with a boat. how about that? it is that time of year in pittsburgh. large animals can be seen roaming the streets. and ami concons. to gets them through the day.

>> if they knew i was doing this, they would take a hunting permit out. >> it's a tourism group called visit pittsburgh. visit pittsburgh if you laugh, the officials say they are laughing all the i way to the bank. the event brought in $41 million in the local economy. 7 million this year alone. at big board with the big talkers this is stephanie town send. this itownsend. as you see her she suffer suffem crohn's disease. she spent years hiding the bag. they shared the pictures with the facebook page. it went viral. the positive response has given her the confidence now to return to her modeling career. she looks beautiful. all right, when it comes to your

fourth of july barbecue would you want to share burgers with bush or buchanan or washington? which commander-in-chief would you want at your cookout. this guy here. bill goobill clinton. 28% would invite bill to their barbecue. he's ver vegan now. and ronald reagan, and then obama and bush, jimmy carter is rounding out of the top five-year. which president were more likely to call into a pool with their clothes on? bush was the to the top winner. and having fun on your fourth of

july. the doritos loaded. it's a sort of cross-section between a chip and a mozzarella stick. it's a hot gooey fried cheese cheddar stuffed inside a doritos-flavored crust. they are served in stores at $1.99. you get the nacho cheese snack for the bold meld amazing. melt. that is what they call it. and checking out the roads with an update. >> monica i may have tried the loaded. i recognize it's lack of nutritional content. i may have enjoyed it. i may be going back for more.

here is the bottom line you want to stick to the highways instead of the vine. because down here the ben franklin parkway at the bottom of your screen is shutdown for tonight's festivities as are 21 and 22 streets all the streets near the parkway as we get ready for the concert and the fireworks this evening. stick with the schuylkill. speeds in the 50. kelly drive is shutdown for the regatta. that is going to last until sunday evening. a crash at cheltenham. we have a crash there in cheltenham. it's a party in glenside with the parade going on. the patriotic parade expect blockages of jenkintown road and waverley road and keswick avenue. southbound 141 to airport road just a shoulder squeezing by. it looks good with the 495

closure. we are talking transit. we need to talk more about the loaded. >> i'll give you the inside scoop. adam joseph will be back with the seven-day forecast coming up. and the fourth of july celebrations all around the delaware valley. happy fourth of july from maureen in people are stuck in very old habits

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[ male announcer ] polident. [♪] i bet that you never thought that you would see ben franklin getting down. it's a old-school twist on pharrell williams "happy." happy birthday america. there you go. there they are again. [ laughter ] we should do our own. we should maybe. the weather is making us happy. you cut it close, buddy. >> you know what, it's perfect now. ion the parkway over half a million are expected down for

the concert and the fireworks. when i am finished with this weathercast i am changing in comfortable clothes. i will head down and help cover it with cecily, rick and karen. and the double scan live the temperatures on the cool side. high pressure is coming in behind the hurricane. the rain that really hit the shore hard this morning is now lifting into southern new england. the temperatures are dropping behind the system. 72 in allentown. 74 in the boardwalk in atlantic city. 66 in the poconos with a strong breeze out of the northwest. satellite and radar we have hurricane arthur a category 1. you see the spin. 100, 150-miles to our east. cape cod is taking the brunt of the hurricane. it moving from the great lakes.

you get the wind tunnel. and the winds remain up here throughout the overnight hours. they are not going to die down as the sunsets. in the next few hours breezy. sun and clouds. not breaking breaking a sweat. 75 by 8:00. and if you are going to take the dog for a walk or get out early it's on the chilly side. 64. 67 in wilmington. 61 in the poconos. wall-to-wall sunshine. upper 70s to low 80s. it spectacular for the fourth of july. typically it's hot and humid. and the ocean temperature has dropped because of upwelling. all the churning with the water. the hurricane to the east. 59.

saturday 79. 81 on sunday. it breezy tomorrow. if you are up in the poconos this coming weekend. it's beautiful up there. gorgeous. 75. it's a beautiful sunday with a temperature of 78. the exclusive accuweather forecast we drop to the 50s with a refreshing breeze continuing at 83. it'82. at 86, the heat and humidity. back to the 90s we go with an afternoon thunderstorm on tuesday. same for wednesday at 90 degrees. it cool offs a little bit thursday into friday in the upper 80s as we kick the humidity out of her. the last fouher. we are celebrating our freedom with freebies. and chri chris ibey and jumg

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happy freebie friday. random house is offering something school. it's a book of independence and the constitution of the united states. the barnes foundation is free. every first sunday of the month they offer free admission and programming, talks and performances, hands-on activities. you can stroll around the museum from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

google is offering this. it's a personalized 3d bracelet to support woman in science. you pick the words and color. and every morning at 10 this summer free lululemon urban yoga happy hour outside at the patio near the king of prussia mall. it is followed with free snacks which is cool. the crow is playing on america street in philadelphia tomorrow at 9:00. there are free cocktails and snacks and a meet-and-greet with actress rachel davis. she plays sarah. and then at clark park in university city art in the park. that is promising to be amazing.

>> so much to do. thank you for the fun. if you are looking for a eco-friendly way to beat the heat. look at the watermelon under pants. he turned the fruit to underwear. why not. only did it not work he wanted a hat and matching gloves. there you go. what a cutie. how would you keep them up for long? i don't know. how do you seat. you take a picture and just look cute. >> that is it for "action news" at 4:00 for shirleen allicot and adam joseph and of

it has been a day of showing off our patriotic pride, parades and a speech at the birthplace and fun on the sand too. what is the fourth of july all about? we are about to show you. rick will be along in a few minutes. sharrie williams joins us with a

big story the independence day celebration. >>reporter:annie mccormick is down at the shore. >> the conditions are improving. we are showing you the clouds that are still over areas in south jersey all because of what was hurricane arthur as it moved close tour shoreline here. we are tracking the latest with the hurricane. it has diminished somewhat. the winds at 90 miles-an-hour. it's a category 1 hurricane. winds sustained at 80 miles-an-hour. it's heading northeast at 28 miles-an-hour. it stays away from our shoreline heading into the weekend. even though arthur is at the atlantic there is scare of high surf down to bethany beach and rip