According to the latest weather forecast, the troublesome heat will be possible in parts of the Northeast and Midwest.
The heat could cause heat-related health-related illnesses.
As the meteorological fall starts, the challenging heat could become a concern this week. Everyone with expected outdoor activities should monitor the weather temperature.
Heat could still become oppressive. The National Weather Service (NWS) reported that troublesome heatwaves could unfold in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
Challenging heat in the Northeast and Midwest
Brooklyn on a hot summer. Challenging heat is expected to unleash in parts of the Northeast and Midwest this week as the meteorological fall begins. However, a much-awaited relief will be likely.
At least 173 million Americans are at risk of the scorching heat this Thursday, Sept. 7. The summer heat could cause record-high temperatures, according to the latest forecast.
The NWS New York reported that the heat could be likely in the region, bringing mid and upper 90s. The city is under the heat advisories, including parts of the Lower Hudson Valley.
The advisory noted that cooling centers were also deployed in parts of NYC to help the residents without cooling conditions.
In addition, the challenging heat is expected in the following areas:
- Boston
- New York
- Baltimore
- Albany
- Harrisburg
- Pittsburgh
Furthermore, the latest forecast showed that the high temperature is expected in the following areas:
- Charlotte
- Jacksonville
- Miami
- Houston
- Dallas
- Houston
- El Paso
- Virginia Beach
- Nashville
On Thursday, the advisory warned that hot and humid temperatures are likely in these areas:
- Portland
- New York
- Washington
- Raleigh
- Columbus
- Buffalo
Recently, NWN reported that September could have hurricane conditions, while the Mid-Atlantic is forecasted to experience dry conditions and a hotter outlook.
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Relief from the heat this week
There could be relief from the heat this week. The stormy conditions are forecast to unfold on Friday.
The rainy outlook is expected in the following areas:
- Portland
- Boston
- New York
- Washington
- Raleigh
- Virginia Beach
- Atlanta
- Pittsburgh
- Buffalo
- Burlington
- Charleston
- Columbus
Meanwhile, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that Tropical Storm Lee is predicted to strengthen. The advisory revealed that the tropical storm could likely become a hurricane.
Whether the developing storm impacts parts of the US, people should keep updated with the weather and latest forecasts.
Staying safe from the high temperatures
The latest forecasts warned of possible heat-related health risks due to the high temperatures this week. The challenging heat can become a problem, especially for outdoor workers, older adults and children.
Here are essential safety reminders to deal with the exceptional heat this week. Although meteorological fall is here, the return of the heat is likely.
Therefore, homeowners should check for signs of heat-related health concerns. People without cooling conditions are mostly at risk of the hot weather.
Pets are also at risk of the hot weather. People mustn't leave them unattended inside hot cars.
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