Summary
A heat wave is affecting the Midwest and spreading east across the United States, causing outdoor activities to be canceled and leading communities to open cooling centers. Temperatures and humidity are forecast to remain high through the week, with some areas expecting record heat later in the week.Key Facts
- The Midwest, including Iowa, is under an extreme heat warning through at least Tuesday.
- Heat index values (how hot it feels) are expected to reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (about 38 degrees Celsius).
- Cooling centers have opened in some places like Flint, Michigan, to help people stay safe.
- Some outdoor events, including summer camps and a farmers market, were canceled or rescheduled because of the heat.
- The University of Wisconsin-Madison closed many buildings due to limited air conditioning after a broken cooling plant water line.
- The heat wave is expected to move east, affecting the Ohio Valley, Mid-Atlantic, and Northeast later in the week.
- Meteorologists advise people to stay hydrated, use shade or air conditioning, and avoid the hottest parts of the day to prevent heat-related health problems.
- Heat waves have also caused problems and deaths in Europe recently, highlighting the dangers of extreme heat.
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