40 million under heat warning as sweltering temps hit US

With sweltering temperatures and intense humidity affecting large parts of central and southern US, nearly 40 million people are under extreme heat warnings. This heatwave, now in its second day, poses serious health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. Such extreme weather events underscore the growing impact of climate change, highlighting the urgent need for both individual and governmental action to mitigate these risks and adapt to changing environmental conditions.