Livonia Spree fireworks canceled, festival closes early due to severe weather risk

LIVONIA, Mich. (FOX 2) - The Livonia Spree fireworks were canceled Sunday as severe weather moved into the area.

Livonia is in Wayne County, which was under a tornado watch when the decision to cancel was made.

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The festival also closed at 5 p.m. It was scheduled to be open until midnight. 

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