The National Weather Service issued a warning about a potential extreme heat wave hitting the Midwest and Northeast early next week. Forecasters have described the expected heat as “potentially dangerous.”
Currently, parts of the U.S. Southwest are under various heat advisories. Arizona, including Phoenix and Tucson, has been placed under extreme heat warnings, while the Kansas City area is under a heat advisory.
The National Weather Service predicts that the extreme heat will start building in the Central U.S. on Sunday, spreading to the Midwest and Northeast by Monday. Temperatures in the Ohio Valley and Northeast could reach the mid- to upper 90s, with minimal relief as low temperatures are expected to remain in the mid-70s for those without air conditioning.
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The National Weather Service has warned that this heat wave might last until June 26, potentially affecting areas such as Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa on Monday. This level of extreme heat could have impacts on health systems, heat-sensitive industries, and infrastructure.
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The extreme heat could extend to Chicago and Milwaukee by next Tuesday, according to forecasts.
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For updates on extreme heat waves, individuals can visit heat.gov. This website, launched by the Biden administration in 2022, aims to address the impacts of climate change and offers resources on staying safe during hot weather for officials, businesses, and the general public.
