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In all, nearly 30 million Americans live in areas with active heat advisories or extreme heat warnings, according to the National Weather Service.
The worst of the heat will be felt in the West, where Death Valley is expected to reach 121 degrees by Aug. 12. Cities such as Las Vegas (110 degrees) and Phoenix (111 degrees) are under extreme heat warnings.
Other hot spots include parts of the Northwest and Northeast, along with the southern Plains. The weather service reports that nearly 30 million Americans live in areas with active heat advisories or extreme heat warnings.
As is typical, some of the most extreme heat will be in the Southwest from Aug. 10-13. Las Vegas faces dangerously hot conditions for the next few days, with a significant risk of heat-related illnesses during these events.
Further north, the Pacific Northwest is experiencing dangerously hot conditions in Spokane, Washington, where temperatures are expected to reach 100 to 103 degrees. The weather service warns that this will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness.
In Seattle, the mid to upper 80s have prompted a heat advisory due to the lack of widespread air conditioning.
The southern Plains is also enduring ongoing heat, with much of Oklahoma under a heat advisory as of Aug. 10. The heat index was forecasted to reach 106 degrees.
Across the Great Lakes, New England, and the Northeast, high temperatures in the mid-80s to upper 90s are expected for the next couple of days. A dome of high pressure will allow searing heat to take control while dry weather persists across parts of the Northeast and southeastern Canada. Daytime highs are expected to be 20 degrees Fahrenheit above historical averages for mid-August.
The combination of heat and humidity raises the risk for heat-related illnesses, so individuals should stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and seek shade frequently.
High temperatures are expected to peak on Aug. 12, with several cities in the region having a chance to tie or break daily record highs—some of which were set over 20 years ago.
The Southeast will experience slightly cooler than average conditions due to clouds and scattered showers/thunderstorms.
To stay cool during these hot days, follow these tips:
– Stay hydrated
– Stay indoors with air conditioning and fans if possible
– Wear a hat and sunglasses
– Find shade and take frequent breaks if you must be outside
– Use sunscreen
– Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing
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