Forecasters cite 'dangerous' conditions as heat scorches Midwest
Summary
Millions of people in the Midwest and Great Lakes states are experiencing very hot and humid weather, with some areas reaching heat indexes above 100°F (37.8°C). The extreme heat is causing health risks, prompting cities to open cooling centers and take protective actions as the heat is expected to move to the eastern U.S.Key Facts
- The heat index, which measures how hot it feels including humidity, was over 100°F (37.8°C) in many parts of the Midwest.
- Michigan, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Iowa were under extreme heat warnings.
- Detroit’s temperature was in the high 90s and could reach 100°F through Thursday.
- Cities like Detroit and Philadelphia opened multiple cooling centers with extended hours to help people stay safe.
- Philadelphia declared a heat emergency from Wednesday to Saturday.
- The heat caused damage like buckled roads in Illinois and forced event cancellations, including a parade in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
- Firefighters in Milwaukee worked in shifting teams while dealing with a school fire during the heat.
- Some shelters used large fans to keep animals cool due to the extreme temperatures.
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