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PHOTOS: Families Celebrate Independence Day with Fireworks in Burr Ridge

Thousands came out to Walker Park in Burr Ridge to watch the 2012 fireworks display.

Families came out to celebrate Independence Day in with food, fun and fireworks Tuesday night.

Hot dogs from SMA's hot dog stand in Willow Springs, pizza from Ledo's Pizza in Countryside and funnel cakes and lemonade from Bo's Concession were in great demand before the main event.

The 2012 fireworks display in the 's Walker Park started right on time at 9:30 p.m., and folks "Oo-ed and ah-ed" as the lights went off and the show started.

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