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Northeast Heat Dome Threatens July 4 | US News
The Northeast is facing a brutal heat wave as temperatures soar into the 90s—with Boston and Philly potentially hitting 100°F—making Independence Day celebrations risky and uncomfortable. A heat dome is trapping scorching air and humidity, turning the heat index into a dangerous beast. Cities are scrambling: cooling centers are open, outreach teams are checking on the vulnerable, and ice companies are running at full throttle. Even museums are letting dogs in for shade. With urban heat islands making it feel even hotter, doctors warn of heat exhaustion and stroke, especially for those…
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