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Crop Sweat Amplifies Virginia’s Heat Wave | Richmond News
Virginia’s sweltering heat wave is hitting some areas harder than others, with heat index values soaring past 110°F—and even topping 120°F in spots. The culprit? “Crop sweat”—a natural process where plants pull moisture from the soil and release it into the air, adding dangerous humidity to already scorching conditions. Agricultural zones are turning into heat hotspots, making the air feel even more oppressive. While isolated storms may roll in Friday and Saturday, they won’t cool things down much. Temperatures will stay high through the weekend, with only a slight break expected early next…
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