Under the Sun: 75 million under extreme heat alerts in US

Updated: Jun 18, 2024, 11:58 IST

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Scorching heat wave moves eastward

Over 75 million people across the United States are encountering severe heat wave as it sweeps eastward. The mid-Atlantic and New England regions are expected to experience temperatures near 90 degrees Fahrenheit, later this week, with excessive humidity making the conditions even more oppressive. (Photo: Agencies)

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Phoenix records hottest initial days of June

Weather service forecasts suggested that Phoenix experienced its hottest initial days of June. In recent years, the heat has been particularly critical in Phoenix, reaching 112 degrees Fahrenheit, where a record 645 people succumbed to heat-related causes in 2023. (Photo: Agencies)

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Cooling center opens for heat relief

In Atlanta, with temperatures nearing 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius), a cooling center has been opened to provide relief from the heat. The city also postponed a "Family and Friends Field Day" due to the high temperatures. (Photo: Agencies)

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US braces for heat wave

In El Paso, Texas, temperatures are forecasted to reach approximately 105 degrees Fahrenheit. A heat advisory has been issued for the region by the National Weather Service. The city has established five cooling centers that will remain open daily until further notice. (Photo: Agencies)

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Daily heat waves hit Ohio Valley and Northeast

States in the Ohio Valley and Northeast, particularly Detroit, have been advised to take extra precautions to stay cool. These regions are expected to endure heat waves daily, with temperatures reaching 96 degrees. Likewise, areas around Boston and Philadelphia will also face scorching heat, with temperatures climbing to 95 degrees and 97 degrees, coupled with high humidity. (Photo: AP)

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Heat alerts in South, snow in mountains

This year has been recorded as the hottest so far with the 12-month global heat record serving as clear evidence of global warming. While most of the country experiences the first heat wave of the season, parts of Montana are encountering winter storms with the potential for wet snow. (Photo: AP)