Esplanade evacuated due to weather before Fireworks Spectacular [YktOtchCqnB]

Health Updated on August 12, 2026 EDT — Published on August 12, 2026 EDT

Massachusetts State Police ordered the evacuation of the Charles River Esplanade, where thousands of people were gathered for the annual Boston Pops July 4th Fireworks Spectacular, because of a storm. WCVB is your home for Massachusetts breaking news and weather. For your latest Massachusetts news and weather visit: For licensing inquiries: