Life-threatening heat dome prompts alerts for 147M Americans in 28 states as record highs challenged
Briefly

The eastern U.S. is currently experiencing its first significant heat wave of the summer, pushing cities along Interstate 95, like Washington and New York City, close to 100 degrees. Over 190 million Americans will cope with temperatures above 90 degrees, exacerbated by high humidity. This extreme weather has led to record-breaking temperatures, particularly in the Midwest, including Minneapolis where historical records were toppled. As the heat alerts affect numerous states, authorities urge residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
New York City and Philadelphia have not hit 100 in any month since 2012. June 27, 1966 was the most recent date for NYC reaching that mark.
The first major heat wave of summer is affecting the eastern U.S., with cities like Washington, Philadelphia, and New York City flirting with 100 degrees.
The expansive heat dome will affect more than 190 million Americans in the East, with soaring humidity making it feel even hotter.
Minneapolis recently broke its temperature record, hitting 90 degrees on Saturday and 96 degrees on Sunday—both surpassing century-old records.
Read at New York Post
[
|
]