Severe Thunderstorms and Heat Alerts Impact Northeast and Midwest
Severe thunderstorms and extreme heat are affecting large portions of the Northeast and Midwest. According to NBC News, approximately 92 million people are at risk for severe weather, with storms capable of producing wind gusts up to 75 mph, hail up to 2 inches in diameter, and potential tornadoes. Major cities such as Chicago, St. Louis, Kansas City, Detroit, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City are under threat. Additionally, high humidity is pushing heat index values to between 95°F and 110°F (35°C to 43°C) across regions under heat alerts, including Fresno, Oklahoma City, Jackson, Raleigh, Cleveland, and New York. The National Weather Service has issued flood watches for nearly 3 million people in parts of Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri. 
