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Time of India
23-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
U.S. boils under brutal heatwave: Extreme alerts issued in several states; here's what we know
Extreme heat warnings are being sent out by the National Weather Service (NWS) to people in the Southern and Midwestern parts of the United States. A heat dome is expected to cover large swaths of the country within this coming week. As a consequence, temperature and humidity levels are expected to spike over a wide scale, with these climate changes stretching over to the Northeastern region by the time Thursday rolls around. An 'Extreme Heat Watch' was issued for the cities of Illinois, Louisiana, and Iowa on Monday, which is expected to last all the way until Thursday. This same Monday, an 'Extreme Heat Warning' alert, which warns of imminent and dangerous heat events, was sent to the states of Missouri, Kentucky, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Tennessee. The state of Missouri would get such a warning this Tuesday. 200 million Americans to suffer triple digit temperatures Per AccuWeather's analysis, 200 million people are set to experience triple-digit temperatures, said to be in the 'RealFeel' range, on Juny 25 alone. 70 million Americans are likely to be affected by the 'Extreme Heat Warnings' being issued all across the United States. THE HUGE U.S. HEAT DOME HITS100 million to swelter daily in massive US heat domeA massive heat dome will be long-lasting and unforgiving across large areas of the United States in the coming weeks, with feel like temperatures surpassing 110 warming has dropped to… These areas have been labelled 'dangerously hot' and may have heat index values that approach or surpass 110 degrees. Less severe heat advisories have been issued for the states of South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Indiana, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Michigan. Even in these places, however, temperatures are expected to cross the triple digit range. AccuWeather gives their analysis on the situation Speaking to Newsweek, AccuWeather's meteorologist Kai Kerkow had this to say: "A heat dome will bring near record breaking hot conditions across the South-Central U.S. this week, with cities like Wichita Falls, Dallas, and Kansas City expected to hit 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the first time this season.' A massive heat dome will be long-lasting and unforgiving across large areas of the United States in the coming weeks, with AccuWeather RealFeel Temperatures occasionally surpassing 110°F Kerkow added that temperatures would climb to the mid-90s in New York, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. According to him, New Tork City looks set to reach a 95 degree peak on Friday, which would just be 2 degrees short of the 97 degree record set in 1999.
Newsweek
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
Map Shows Florida Cities Facing 'Brutal' Heat Wave Temperatures
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Florida is facing widespread temperatures in the high 80s into the 90s on Tuesday, according to forecasters, as a summer heat wave is expected to grip swaths of the U.S. Why It Matters According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), extreme heat can lead to heat-related illnesses, especially in older adults, young children and those with chronic medical conditions. Symptoms may include heavy sweating, muscle cramps, dizziness and nausea. The CDC says more than 700 people die each year in the U.S. because of extreme heat. Additionally, rising temperatures can worsen ground-level ozone pollution, which presents additional health risks. What To Know According to forecasts from the National Weather Service (NWS), high temperatures on Tuesday could reach up to 96 degrees Fahrenheit in Tallahassee. Crestview, Pensacola and Panama City were forecast for highs of 98, 95, and 93 degrees, respectively. Jacksonville could see 94 degrees, while Gainesville could see 93, the agency said. Meanwhile, temperatures in both Tampa and Orlando were expected to peak at 91. Moving south, Port St. Lucie, Naples and Cape Coral could see highs of 91, while Palm Beach was forecast for 87 degrees. Miami and Fort Lauderdale were forecast, respectively, for highs of 88 and 91 on Tuesday. Beachgoers enjoy sunbathing during a heat wave in Miami Beach on July 16, 2023. Beachgoers enjoy sunbathing during a heat wave in Miami Beach on July 16, 2023. Giorgio Viera/AFP via Getty Images Northern parts of the state, including the Florida Panhandle, were under a heat advisory from the NWS on Tuesday, with the agency expecting heat index values—which measure how hot it feels when both temperature and humidity are considered—to reach the triple-digit threshold. "Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors," the NWS advised. What People Are Saying AccuWeather meteorologist Kai Kerkow told Newsweek: "The warmest conditions will be over the Florida Panhandle and northern Florida Peninsula, where heat advisories are in place and high temperatures are expected to be in the mid- to upper-90s today." Kerkow added: "The extreme heat should come to an end by tomorrow with the return of widespread showers and thunderstorms developing across the state. It does look like the heat will return late in the week." Meteorologist Matt Devitt wrote on X on Monday: "Southwest Florida reached 98 degrees in Punta Gorda today, hottest of the year so far. They also had a brutal heat index of 115 degrees, 2nd highest on record for the city." The National Weather Service forecast office in Tallahassee wrote on X on Tuesday: "One more hot day. Heat indices will reach 105-112 degrees Fahrenheit this afternoon. Scattered storms develop later; an isolated damaging wind gust is possible. Relief is coming later this week as higher rain chances and cooler temps arrive for Wed/Thurs. Stay cool & hydrated!" What Happens Next The NWS issues regular forecast updates on its website.
Newsweek
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
Americans Told To Avoid the Sun in 18 states
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Heat-related alerts from the National Weather Service (NWS) spanned parts of 18 states on Tuesday, with a heat dome expected to cover swaths of the U.S. this week. Why It Matters The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that extreme heat can trigger heat-related illnesses, particularly among seniors, young children, and people with chronic health conditions. Symptoms can range from intense sweating and muscle cramps to dizziness and nausea. According to the CDC, extreme heat causes more than 700 deaths annually in the United States. Additionally, increasing temperatures can intensify ground-level ozone pollution, creating further health concerns. What To Know Extreme heat warnings, issued by the NWS when "extremely dangerous heat conditions are expected or occurring," are in effect for parts of Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana. "Dangerously hot conditions," with heat index values—which reflect how hot it feels when temperature and humidity are considered—nearing or surpassing 110 degrees would be possible in these areas, the NWS said. Additionally, heat advisories, which are less severe, spanned parts of South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Indiana, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Michigan—where heat index values were also expected to hit the triple-digit range. "Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors," the alerts caution. "Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes." What People Are Saying AccuWeather meteorologist Kai Kerkow told Newsweek: "A heat dome will bring near record breaking hot conditions across the South Central U.S. this week, with cities like Wichita Falls, Dallas, and Kansas City expected to hit 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the first time this season. Nighttime temperatures will remain in the mid-70s to low-80s, offering little relief. The heat dome temporarily spreads east later this week." Kerkow added that temperatures in cities such as New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., are expected to climb into the mid-90s. On Friday, AccuWeather predicts a high of 95 in New York, nearing the 97 degree record set in 1999, Kerkow said. The NWS Weather Prediction Center said on X, Monday: "Over 90 million people are under heat alerts currently (Extreme Heat Warnings, Watches, and Heat Advisories). The heat is expected to persist the longest over the Mid-MS Valley and Mid-South regions this week." What Happens Next At the time of writing, the latest extreme heat warning was in place until 9 p.m. CDT on Thursday. The NWS regularly issues forecast updates on its website and social media channels.
Newsweek
21-07-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
US Braces for Severe Weather Across Multiple States This Week: What To Know
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Millions of Americans could this week be affected by a range of extreme weather conditions, from a heat dome to floods and severe storms, forecasters warn. Heat Warnings "A heat dome will bring near record breaking hot conditions across the South Central U.S. this week, with cities like Wichita Falls, Dallas, and Kansas City expected to hit 100 degrees for the first time this season," AccuWeather meteorologist Kai Kerkow told Newsweek on Monday. As of Monday morning, extreme heat warnings—issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) when "extremely dangerous heat conditions are expected or occurring"—were in place for parts of Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi, Tennessee, Kentucky and Illinois. Heat index values—which measure how hot it feels to the human body when temperature and humidity are considered—were expected to reach the triple digits in these areas, with up to 115 degrees possible for portions of north central and northwest Mississippi, the NWS said. Additionally, less severe heat advisories covered areas from South Dakota in the north to Texas and Florida in the south, as well as the Carolinas in the east. The sun rises behind the skyline of midtown Manhattan and the Empire State Building in New York City, a day ahead of the summer solstice and an expected heatwave on June 19, 2025, as seen... The sun rises behind the skyline of midtown Manhattan and the Empire State Building in New York City, a day ahead of the summer solstice and an expected heatwave on June 19, 2025, as seen from Jersey City, New Jersey. MoreKerkow said the heat dome would temporarily shift east this week, bringing temperatures in the mid-90s to major cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. "A cold front looks to squash the heat over the Northeast by Sunday," Kerkow said. Flood Warnings Flood watches, where flash flooding can be caused by by excessive rain, were in place on Monday in parts of Oregon, New Mexico, Kentucky, West Virginia, Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri, according to the NWS. AccuWeather said that there was a risk in the early part of the week of significant and potentially life-threatening flash flooding, extending from the Midwest to the East Coast. The threat of heavy rainfall was expected to diminish by late Monday, the outlet said in an advisory shared with Newsweek on Sunday, although several inches of rain were expected to fall across parts of nearly a dozen states from Iowa to Virginia. The most substantial rainfall—ranging from four to eight inches—was projected for an area stretching from southeastern Iowa through the Virginias, where the risk of life-threatening flash flooding remained particularly high. "We should see a break from the threat for widespread flooding concerns across the country until the end of the week when a tropical disturbance could result in scattered heavy rain and flooding across the Southeast," Kerkow told Newsweek on Monday. Severe Storms Severe storms also threaten to bring large hail, strong winds, and even the possibility for tornados to multiple states in the first half of this week. According to the NWS Storm Prediction Center (SPC), nearly 4.7 million Americans across parts of Montana, the Dakotas, Kansas, Nebraska, and Colorado faced the greatest risk on Monday, as did portions of Kentucky, Illinois, Ohio, and Indiana. On Tuesday, the risk zone will primarily center around Minnesota and neighboring portions of Wisconsin, North Dakota, and South Dakota, according to the agency. On Wednesday, the highest risk area was forecast by the SPC to move east slightly and center around Wisconsin, as well as Michigan's Upper Peninsula and eastern Minnesota. Fire Warnings Red flag warnings—which the NWS issues when weather conditions are conducive to the spread of fires—were in effect across the northern half of Nevada as well as central and southwestern Wyoming on Monday. In Nevada, areas affected included the Northern Sierra Front as well as the Western Nevada Basin and Range. These were issued due to gusty winds and low relative humidity values and were in effect until Monday evening, the agency said. Forecasts can be subject to change. The NWS issues regular updates on its website and social media channels.
