Wauwatosa Independence Day fireworks won’t happen July 4 [Video]

Thousands gather at Hart Park in Wauwatosa every year to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July. This year, that Independence Day display will be delayed by more than a month.The city’s Civic Celebration Commission moved the Fourth of July fireworks to a Tosa Night Out on Aug. 7 during a January meeting. The request came from police and fire officials over security and staffing concerns. Monday, a city spokesperson said July is extremely busy for police dealing with the Republican National Convention and other public safety events. Many in downtown Tosa told 12 News they’re not happy with the decision to move the holiday fireworks a month later.”I just think it’s breaking the American tradition on July 4. I don’t really think there’s anything special in August,” said Rita Becerra. Hannah Schein understands the public safety concerns, but said it doesn’t seem like Independence Day without the flashy finale.”I …