A scorching heat wave is sweeping across the United States, threatening approximately 130 million people from the East Coast to the West Coast. This intense weather event has already shattered temperature records and is expected to break even more in the coming days.
Meteorologists warn that oppressive heat and high humidity could push temperatures above 38 degrees Celsius in regions such as the Pacific Northwest, the Mid-Atlantic, and the Northeast. Jacob Asherman, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service, highlighted that cities like Eugene, Portland, and Salem in Oregon are particularly vulnerable to new heat records.
The relentless heat is driving millions to seek refuge in cooling centers, stretching from Bullhead City, Arizona, to Norfolk, Virginia. The National Weather Service has extended the excessive heat warning for much of the Southwest through Friday, emphasizing the prolonged nature of this extreme weather trend.
As temperatures continue to rise, the impact on daily life and public health becomes increasingly severe. Authorities urge residents to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and check on vulnerable neighbors to ensure everyone remains safe during this extreme heat wave.
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Heat wave threatens 130 million in U.S., records expected to shatter
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