Final day of Jones Beach Air Show canceled as rain, strong storms expected on Long Island
The FourLeaf Air Show at Jones Beach was canceled Monday as downpours and some strong storms were expected to impact Long Island.
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and FourLeaf Federal Credit Union made the announcement early Monday morning about day two of the annual air show.
"The current weather and forecast restrict the planes from operating safely due to rain and poor visibility," a statement read.
The show normally takes place during Memorial Day weekend, but was moved to Fourth of July weekend to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
Monday's performance was supposed to be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Aerial acts took flight Sunday for the first day of the air show, with more than 150,000 people watching the elite aerial acrobatics. More than 580,000 people attended the full weekend of Fourth of July festivities, which started Friday and included a practice show and fireworks.
Military-trained aerial performers from across the world put on the spectacle.
"Amazing feats, and those pilots make you really proud of your country," said one Brooklyn family.
"From breathtaking performances to memories that will last a lifetime, this was a weekend we'll never forget. Thank you for celebrating with us, and we'll see you back at Jones Beach next year," a post from FourLeaf Federal Credit Union read.
