The cause for the blistering temperatures is what some meteorologists call a “heat dome”. It’s a buzz term that’s been thrown around a lot this summer by some reporters and weather folks.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a warning about the heat dome earlier this week.
So, what is this thing? But when taking into account the heat index, which factors in humidity, temperatures will soar into the triple-digits, reaching between 100 and 105 degrees.
By this weekend, as the heat dome moves eastward, temperatures in parts of the Midwest will drop to the 80s, Musher said.
Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more on the dangers of extreme heat. That keeps clouds and cooling away and pushes warm air down. That’s where we are.
Monday: Sunny, high near 84. A few more storms may develop late in the day.
Why all the buzz?
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT WEEK: The high pressure ridge responsible for the heat wave will be around next week.
Twelve states, from Louisiana to the Great Lakes region, had already issued heat alerts by Thursday, and possibly more than 21 states will be under the dome at its peak, according to NBC News.
When will the heat dome burst? Regarding this activity, the Storm Prediction Center has highlighted most of southern New England within a zone of “marginal risk” for severe weather, and northwestern CT into central and western MA in a higher-grade “slight risk” for severe weather, particularly strong straight-line wind.
Rosenthal outlined how to reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses during such hot weather.
“He is concerned. It’s hot”, Miller said, adding, “I’ve seen better conditions”. If you don’t take precautions, you may become seriously ill or even die.
As we brace for possibly the worst heat wave in decades here are some must read safety tips.
What can I do to protect myself?
Officials also warned against leaving children or pets in parked cars, which can quickly become oven-like death traps in high heat.
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