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New heatwave settles over the US
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New heatwave settles over the US

From TVN Panamá · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A dangerous heatwave is affecting approximately 44 million Americans, with temperatures expected to exceed 38°C (100°F) in the northern plains and Rockies.
  • Record-breaking temperatures are possible over the weekend, particularly in Salt Lake City.
  • The heatwave is forecast to spread west and central U.S. next week, exacerbating wildfire conditions and impacting millions.

A significant heatwave is settling over the United States, placing about 44 million Americans under heat advisories. A new mass of warm air is moving across the Rocky Mountains and northern plains, with temperatures predicted to soar above 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit).

Forecasters warn that historical temperature records could be broken this weekend, especially in Salt Lake City, Utah. On Sunday, the mercury is expected to range between 38°C and 43°C in several northern states, which is 8 to 13 degrees Celsius above average for this time of year. The National Weather Service has labeled this a "dangerous heatwave."

This dangerous heat is projected to expand westward and into the central U.S. next week, posing challenges for millions and intensifying the fight against widespread wildfires currently raging in Colorado and Utah. Extreme temperatures are also threatening the southeastern U.S., including Florida, on Saturday. This event follows a previous heatwave in early July that saw temperatures reach 40°C in cities like New York and Philadelphia, affecting the 2026 World Cup stadium playing surfaces. Globally, heatwaves are becoming more intense and frequent due to climate change, driven by the burning of fossil fuels.

dangerous heatwave

— National Weather Service (NWS)Describing the current weather phenomenon.
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Originally published by TVN Panamá in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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