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Heat Dome Grips Two-Thirds of U.S. | Lafayette Louisiana News
A brutal heat dome is gripping the U.S., with triple-digit temps scorching the Southwest and Great Plains—and it’s sticking around for at least a week. Two-thirds of the country is in the crosshairs, with nights barely cooling off, especially in cities like Miami and Tampa. Record-breaking heat, including overnight highs, is expected to smash local records across the Dakotas and beyond. Vulnerable populations, especially those without AC or in tents, are suffering—and volunteers are rushing to distribute cooling supplies. Experts warn of dehydration risks and soaring wildfire danger in dry…
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