Heatwave set to scorch US as meteorologists warn ‘unusually large’ heat dome is ‘not to be played with’

A massive heat dome is set to scorch much of the continental U.S., with meteorologists warning that the unusually large dome will bring extreme and potentially dangerous temperatures to about two-thirds of the country. This heatwave could break records and poses significant health risks, especially to vulnerable populations. The intensity of this heat dome underscores the urgent need to address climate change and its impact on weather patterns, as such extreme events become more frequent and severe.