Richmond Heat Wave Warning | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Richmond’s bracing for a brutal heat wave this week, with temps soaring past 100 degrees under a dangerous heat dome — the worst in years. Hottest days hit Wednesday through Sunday, with little relief at night. Heat exhaustion and stroke are real risks, especially Thursday and Friday. Vulnerable groups — pregnant folks, seniors, kids, and those with heart or asthma issues — need to take extra care. Last summer, over 4,000 Virginians sought medical help for heat illness — a decade-high. Richmond’s responding with cooling centers, free water stations, and a voluntary water conservation call…