"Scorching temperatures are set to sweep across the United States as a 'heat dome' takes hold, threatening to make the July 4 weekend one of the hottest on record. A high-pressure system is dominating the region, trapping heat and moisture in place, leading to extreme heat warnings across the country. From sweltering cities to rural areas, millions of Americans are bracing for the intense heat, which is being fueled by a prolonged period of drought and record-breaking temperatures. As Independence Day celebrations approach, residents are being urged to take precautions to stay safe, with heat-related illnesses already on the rise."
A 'heat dome' is driving dangerous heat across the U.S. into the July 4 weekend KOSU
