Scorching US heat wave to hit 70 million people with third ‘heat dome’ in month
Summary
About 70 million people in the US will face very high temperatures due to a third “heat dome” this month. This weather pattern traps heat and causes intense, long-lasting heatwaves across many southern and central states.Key Facts
- A “heat dome” is a high-pressure system that traps hot air over an area for days or weeks.
- Temperatures will range from 95-105°F (35-40°C), with some desert areas potentially reaching 120°F (48°C).
- The heatwave affects a broad area from the Gulf Coast to the Great Plains and Midwest.
- This is the third major heat dome in the US this month, following earlier heatwaves that broke temperature records.
- Extreme heat warnings include western Nebraska, where temperatures may reach 108°F (42°C).
- Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and severe due to human-caused climate change from burning fossil fuels.
- Heat is the deadliest weather hazard in the US, especially dangerous for older adults, pregnant people, children, and those with health issues.
- Similar extreme heat and wildfire events are occurring in Europe, with thousands displaced and fatalities reported.
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