This week, the prolonged and dangerous thermal wave will continue to grasp most of the southeast, the Midwest and parts of the East Coast, while the National Meteorological Service warns of life -threatening conditions due to rising temperatures and suffocating humidity.
The most intense warmth is expected to be on Wednesday, with maximum from the upper 90. Years to low 100s. It is assumed that factoring in humidity “feels like” temperatures – or the values of the thermal index – in several areas exceed 110-115 ° F. The towns of Raleigh, Charlotte, Orlando, Atlanta and Jacksonville are under extreme thermal risk of level 4 (maximum).
MIDWEST CITIES also in counseling
Midwest is not spared. NWS released thermal counseling for Chicago and St. Louis, where the thermal index values can rise to 110 ° F.
Southern states that face long -term danger
South remains in the grip of combat conditions. The thermal advice is active in Mississippi, Alabama and Florida, where the heat index can hit 112 ° F. It is assumed that Nashville, Tennessee, will be seen nearly 109 ° F, with “small or no relief” is expected within July 30.
Northeast braces for scorcher
Looking forward, the northeast connects to emergency. On Mondays and Tuesdays, cities along the I-95-Boston Corridor to New York-Indexy Heat will be between 95 ° F and 105 ° F.
An extensive risk to health
NWS warns that heat levels are dangerous to anyone without access to adequate cooling or hydration. The capitals including Memphis, Savannah, Tampa and Jackson are expected to see the actual air temperatures in the upper 90 years up to low 100s throughout the week.
The public urged to take preventive measures
Officials urge the population to reduce outdoor activities, remain in air -conditioned areas, drank a lot of water and control vulnerable populations, including older, children and outdoor workers.
(Tagstotranslate) Extreme risk of heat in the US
