Army 250th Birthday Parade Causes Extended Washington DC Road Closures

Washington D.C. is preparing for the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary parade scheduled for June 14, which will feature a large display of military vehicles, soldiers, and aircraft, expected to draw up to 200,000 spectators. To accommodate the parade and ensure security, extensive road closures, parking restrictions, and transit adjustments will be in effect beginning as early as June 9 and lasting through June 16, impacting major streets including Constitution Avenue and the George Washington Memorial Parkway. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will maintain normal Metrorail service with some station entrance modifications, while over ten Metrobus routes will detour to avoid affected areas. The Federal Aviation Administration is also expected to suspend flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport temporarily on the night of the parade due to military aircraft flyovers and fireworks. Officials have taken measures such as installing thick steel plates to protect roads from heavy military vehicles, though concerns about potential damage remain. Spectators are encouraged to use public transit and plan accordingly due to the significant disruptions in the downtown area.