Heat Dome Scorches US: Where Will Records Be Broken?
AccuWeather said some cities could top 100 degrees, with feels-like temperatures above 110 as the heat dome lingers through the holiday weekend.
- AccuWeather forecasts a heat dome covering more than two dozen states through July 4, with temperatures widely reaching the 90s and some areas climbing above 100 degrees.
- Strong high pressure systems cause heat domes by trapping heat over a region, according to AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Alan Reppert, who noted these systems expand and move slower than typical weather patterns.
- Chicago could see five straight days at 90 degrees, while St. Louis may experience eight consecutive days in the 90s; New York City is expected to hit 95 on July 4.
- Major cities may not drop below 80 degrees at night, which AccuWeather meteorologist Brandon Buckingham warned is particularly dangerous because it prevents homes and infrastructure from cooling before the next day's heat returns.
- AccuWeather meteorologist Alex Duffus noted that individuals without air conditioning will be very uncomfortable, while experts advise limiting outdoor activity, staying hydrated, and keeping pets indoors during peak heat.
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