🌱Lightning, Hail, Storms + Nominate 40 Under 40 + Safe Holiday Tips

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First, today's weather:

A shower and thunderstorm. High: 87 Low: 63.

Here are the top stories today in Manchester:

1. Here are a few tips to have a fun and safe Fourth of July weekend! Whether you're heading to a fireworks display or the beach, here are a few things to keep in mind, according to a recent news release by the American Red Cross. We all know that fireworks can be dangerous. Seeing professional fireworks is always safer! If you live in a community where home fireworks are allowed, never give fireworks to children to hold or handle. Also, never point fireworks toward people, animals, homes or anything flammable. Just in case, always keep water nearby. If you are headed to the beach, at the first sign go lightning or thunder get out of the water, and go inside! The Red Cross officials said not to go back in the water for at least 30 minutes after the last lightning flash. You can find more safety reminders here. Have a fun — and safe— holiday weekend! (Red Cross.org)
2. Do you know someone under 40 who should be nominated for the Union Leader's '40 Under Forty' awards? Since 2002, the New Hampshire Union Leader's annual '40 Under Forty' awards honor outstanding Granite Staters making a difference in the state through their professional accomplishments. The program has already honored 800 Granite Staters! If you think someone under 40 years old should be recognized, you will find the nomination application here: (Subscription/The Union Leader)
3. Stormy weather with hail and strong winds are expected to move through New Hampshire over the next two days. WMUR meteorologists said that New Hampshire could see storms with strong winds, small hail and frequent lightning "late Friday night, early Saturday morning and again Saturday afternoon, evening." Get up-to-date information here: (WMUR)

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