Heat Wave Sweeps Across the US, Breaking Temperature Records

The Washington region is expected to experience the hottest weather in years, with temperatures nearing 100 degrees and heat indexes reaching up to 110 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories and warnings, cautioning about the increased risk of heat-related illnesses. The extreme heat could challenge temperature records and mark the first time Washington hits 100 degrees since 2016. Relief from the heat is not expected until Sunday, and muggy nights with temperatures around 80 degrees are anticipated. This heatwave is part of a larger heat dome affecting the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions.