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Heat Dome Hits Texas and More | Texas News
A brutal heat dome is baking Texas and the southern U.S., with temps soaring past 100°F and heat indexes hitting 115°F—thanks to a high-pressure system trapping scorching air near the ground. While it’s drifting west toward the Southwest and California, Texas and Oklahoma are still in the crosshairs for dangerously hot days with highs in the 90s to 100s. The science? It’s like the atmosphere is cooking itself—sinking air compresses and heats, while less cloud cover means more sun. Beyond discomfort, this heat is fueling wildfire risks, especially as dry conditions and potential winds turn…
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