First major US heat wave of summer puts about 80 million people under heat alerts
About 80 million Americans are under heat alerts as the first major heat wave of summer spreads from the Plains to the East Coast. The National Weather Service warns of triple digit heat, with some cities nearing 100 degrees. Officials in New York activated emergency operations a
About 80 million Americans are under heat alerts as the first major heat wave of summer spreads across the country, with the National Weather Service issuing extreme heat warnings from the central Plains to New England. Forecasters expect triple digit heat in many areas, record overnight lows in the Upper Midwest, and dangerous conditions lasting through much of next week. Children, older adults, and people without housing face the greatest risk. Heat already kills more Americans each year than hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods combined. Sources: National Weather Service, NBC News, WMO.