world
US Heatwave to Hit 70 Million People with Third 'Heat Dome' in Month
Archived — last updated
A scorching heatwave is expected to affect 70 million people in the US, with temperatures reaching 95-105F (35-40C) in southern and central states. The third major 'heat dome' event in a month is gathering strength over the weekend.
Latest updates
US Heatwave to Hit 70 Million People with Third 'Heat Dome' in Month
A heatwave is expected to hit 70 million people in the US, with temperatures reaching 95-105F (35-40C) in southern and central states. The third major 'heat dome' event in a month is gathering strength over the weekend, spanning a vast swathe of the country, from the Gulf of Mexico coast to the Great Plains and the midwest. The National Weather Service has issued excessive heat advisories for several states, warning of life-threatening heat conditions. The heatwave is expected to peak over the weekend, with temperatures remaining high throughout the week. The US has experienced two previous 'heat dome' events in the past month, with temperatures reaching record highs in several states.
US Braces for Record-Breaking Heatwave
A heat dome is gripping large parts of the central United States, pushing temperatures well above normal and placing nearly 80 million people under heat advisories and extreme heat warnings. The intense heat is expected to stretch from Texas to North Dakota. Forecasters say the heat dome is caused by a high-pressure system that is trapping hot air in the region. The heatwave is expected to last for several days, with temperatures reaching as high as 114°F (45°C) in Las Vegas. The heat dome is also expected to bring temperatures 10°F to 15°F above average in some areas around Denver. The heatwave is a major concern for public health, with forecasters warning of increased risk of heat-related illnesses and deaths.
Sources
AI-assisted summary of the reporting above. Quotes are kept to one sentence. Copyright concern? See our DMCA takedown page.