On July 4, 2024, several Independence Day events will take place throughout Washington, D.C., including the Capitol Hill 4th of July Parade on Barracks Row, July 4th at the National Archives, the 4th of July Celebration on the National Mall, and A Capitol Fourth Concert on the Capitol Hill West Lawn.
In anticipation of Independence Day events, the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) has implemented parking restrictions and street closures. Please see MPD’s website for a full list of road closures. For timely traffic information, please visit MPD Twitter.
These events are likely to increase pedestrian and vehicle traffic in the Foggy Bottom area and metro station; it is always important to be aware of safety precautions and your surroundings.
Please see below for safety tips on and off campus:
- Be aware of the behavior of those around you and immediately report suspicious or threatening behavior to GWPD at 202-994-6111 or the Metropolitan Police Department through 911.
- Do not engage with individuals seeking a confrontation.
- If there is a disturbance, seek shelter indoors until normal conditions return.
- Observe directions from law enforcement personnel.
- Make sure doors close and lock behind you as you arrive and depart.
- Do not allow strangers into GW buildings.
- Carry identification and your G-World card at all times.
For additional safety and security resources, visit the Safety website or download the GW Guardian app. Additional emergency management information from the District of Columbia is also available online.
All GW community members are automatically signed up to receive GW emergency email alerts. You can manage your GW Alert account to also receive GW text alerts on your mobile device. In addition to adding your mobile number, you can add up to three email addresses and phone numbers so that friends or family may also receive GW emergency alerts. Visit GW Alert FAQ for instructions on how to manage your account. In addition, for those who use mobile apps, the GW Guardian App will push GW emergency alerts directly to the app, as well as other safety functions.