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Heatwave to affect central and eastern United States this week
The National Weather Service said a heatwave will bring high temperatures and humidity to much of the central and eastern United States through the week. Temperatures are expected to reach the 90s and low 100s Fahrenheit with heat indexes up to 115F.
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The National Weather Service said a heatwave will bring high temperatures and humidity to much of the central and eastern United States through the week. Temperatures are expected to reach the 90s and low 100s Fahrenheit, with heat indexes between 100F and 115F.
The agency said the heat will affect cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, Baltimore, Chicago, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Detroit, Dallas, Little Rock and Memphis.
Current conditions Parts of the south-west and central Texas recorded temperatures near 100F on Sunday. More than 130 million people across southern and Great Plains states were under moderate to severe heat risk, according to National Weather Service maps.
The agency warned of severe wildfire conditions across much of the west. Three firefighters were reported killed and two others injured near the Colorado-Utah border while responding to fast-moving wildfires.
Outlook and advice Nighttime lows in the 70sF or high 80sF are expected to offer limited relief. The National Weather Service advised limiting outdoor activity, staying hydrated and ensuring access to air conditioning. AccuWeather meteorologist Tyler Roys said daytime highs will run about 10F to 11F above seasonal averages in several cities.
The high-pressure system is also expected to limit rainfall across the east.
