Heat dome intensifies across central U.S., affecting 70 million people
A heat dome is expanding across the central United States, bringing dangerously high temperatures to millions of residents. According to The Spec, temperatures are expected to exceed 100°F (37.8°C) in areas ranging from Dallas, Texas, to North Dakota. This extreme weather event is part of a summer already marked by intense heat waves. Approximately 70 million people are under heat advisories, with conditions expected to persist through the weekend and into next week. The heat dome phenomenon traps warm air, leading to prolonged periods of high temperatures and increased risks of heat-related illnesses.