There are 2 sets of prompts, choose either or both and write a story of any length, original or fandom and either post it on LJ or your favourite archive with the banner and a link to this post.
Feel free to share. Above all, have fun.
Heatwave challenge
Hot
sun
miserable
heat
drought
burning

National Holiday Challenge
patriotic
flag
fireworks
celebrate
independence
freedom

You can choose which banner you like best. The Russian website doesn't have American and Canadian holiday banners.