Heat Wave Sweeps Across Midwest and Northeast

A heat wave that has broken records in the Southwest United States is spreading to the Midwest and Northeast this week. High temperatures, reaching 100 degrees in some Midwest cities and well into the 90s in the Northeast, are expected. Heat alerts have been issued, and outdoor activities should be limited due to the risk of heat-related illnesses. The Southwest continues to experience record-breaking heat, with all-time highs being tied and longevity of the heat wave setting new records. The heat is caused by a strong area of high pressure in the upper atmosphere, which is expanding from the Southwest into the Plains, Midwest, and Northeast.