A fierce heat dome is gripping the eastern half of the US, sending 'feels like' temperatures soaring past 100°F from Washington, DC to Boston.
More than 80 million residents are under official heat advisories as urban centers brace for the hottest days of the year. Meanwhile, the West Coast experiences an unusually cool summer, highlighting the stark weather contrasts sweeping the country.
Climate experts warn that human-driven warming is making these deadly heat waves more intense and frequent. Recent studies show that heat domes are strengthening, lasting longer, and posing greater risks to health, infrastructure, and local economies.
Communities are scrambling to adapt: cooling centers have opened in major cities, and officials urge people to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon heat. As global temperatures climb, these blistering events could become the new normal.
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Reference(s):
cgtn.com
