DC Area Braces for Peak of Record-Breaking Heat Wave
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Washington D.C. is experiencing its hottest and most dangerous heat wave of the summer, with temperatures forecasted to reach the upper 90s to 100s through Wednesday. The National Weather Service has issued excessive-heat warnings, with heat indexes expected to reach 105 to 110 degrees, significantly increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses. This heat wave, exacerbated by climate change, could tie the record for the longest streak of triple-digit temperatures in D.C. history. A cold front is expected to bring some relief by Thursday.
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