Record-Breaking Heat Wave to Impact 150 Million Americans Across the U.S.
A significant heat wave is set to affect approximately 150 million Americans, with temperatures expected to reach the 90s and above in many areas. The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions will experience the first surge, with cities like Washington, DC, and New York City seeing temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s. This heat wave is part of a broader pattern, potentially linked to a developing heat dome stretching from the Plains to the Atlantic. The Intermountain West and Plains will also face intense heat, exacerbated by drought conditions. Nighttime temperatures are notably high in areas like Brownsville, Texas, and Key West, Florida.