Sweltering temperatures are turning the eastern United States into a giant sauna this week, with meteorologists blaming a stubborn ‘heat dome’ for record-breaking highs. From New York to Atlanta, thermometers are hitting triple digits (°F) – and it’s not just the heat, but the humidity making it feel like a ‘Taylor Swift concert crowd’ level of uncomfortable.
What’s a heat dome? Imagine a giant lid trapping hot air over a region – that’s essentially what’s happening. High-pressure systems are pushing away cloud cover, letting the sun crank up the thermostat day after day. Climate scientists say these events are becoming more intense and frequent globally.
Cities like Philadelphia and Washington D.C. have activated emergency cooling centers, while TikTok influencers are trending with #IceCubeHacks for beating the heat. Local officials warn: ‘This isn’t just uncomfortable – it’s dangerous.’ Stay hydrated, check on elderly neighbors, and maybe postpone that rooftop yoga session!
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cgtn.com