The largest annual gathering in the city of Milwaukee, and possibly in the state of Wisconsin, is the latest event to go by the wayside due to COVID-19 and its effect.
WTMJ news partner TMJ4 says that the Milwaukee July 3 fireworks have been halted, and that its sponsor, American Family Insurance, said the event will not be rescheduled.
“We’re obviously disappointed for the many Wisconsin residents who have made the lakefront fireworks an Independence Day tradition,” said Judd Schemmel, American Family Insurance associate vice president of community investment and partnerships.
“However, the continuing uncertainty of the pandemic and concern for the health and safety of participants made it the right decision. American Family looks forward to continuing our support of this iconic community event in 2021.”