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Dangerous heat wave strains power grid; millions warned of triple-digit temperatures

The heat wave caused disruptions to public transport across the Northeast. Amtrak said it will be forced to slow train speeds between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m. on June 24 between Washington, D.C., and New York, and between Philadelphia and Harrisburg, which could lead to delays.

NBC News on MSN · 19h

Deadly heat wave leaves millions facing dangerous temperatures

From the Mississippi Valley to the east coast more than 150 million are under heat alerts. Scorching temperatures are hitting people in some of the largest U.S. cities. In D.C., the Washington monument remains closed according to a National Parks spokesperson.

ABC News on MSN · 6h

Dangerous heat blankets East Coast

More than 120 million Americans are on alert for record-breaking temperatures as the first major heat wave of the season sweeps across the U.S.

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US cities face record high temperatures on worst day of heat wave

By Patrick Wingrove NEW YORK (Reuters) -Tens of millions of people in major cities across the U.S. Northeast are facing record high temperatures on Tuesday on what was expected to be the worst day of an oppressive heat wave that has spread over much of the country since late last week.

CBS Boston on MSN · 1d

Boston hits 100 degrees during heat wave, breaking temperature record

Boston recorded its first official heat wave of 2025 and hit 100 degrees today, as extreme weather set new temperature records.

WCVB Boston on MSN · 20h

Boston hits 102 degrees, shatters June's all-time high temp record

The combination of scorching temperatures and tropical-feeling air made it feel like it's up to 110 degrees in some parts of the state.

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US heat wave exposes infrastructure, health vulnerabilities – and it’s not quite over yet

As previous disasters have laid bare the US’ vulnerabilities to other types of extreme weather, this week is revealing ...

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Final day of oppressive heat wave blankets East Coast

The first major heat wave of the summer will bring another day of dangerously high temperatures to the East Coast on ...

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D.C. region cooks under high temperatures amid heat wave

A heat dome has settled over the D.C. area, bringing high temperatures and humidity through Friday. High heat clamped down on ...

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Tuesday was the hottest day in over a decade for parts of the East Coast. When will this extreme heat wave end?

A long-lasting extreme heat wave reached its dangerous crescendo Tuesday, bringing the hottest day in a decade to some major ...

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DC heat wave 2025: Extreme heat warning in effect with heat index up to 110 degrees

A massive heat dome – a stationary high‑pressure system trapping soaring heat and humidity – has parked over DC. This "lid" on the atmosphere allows relentless sunshine to bake the region day after ...

DCs first heat wave of the season: Here’s how to stay safe, according to an expert

DC's heat wave is dangerous. Hydrate smart, avoid caffeine, wear light clothes, and rest often. If you feel off, cool down ...

DC heat wave continues for a 3rd day, small chance of PM thunderstorms

An end to this week’s oppressive heat is in sight as the D.C. area reached peak temperatures Tuesday. But Wednesday will feel ...

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Amtrak apologizes after heat wave trapped passengers without AC or power for over an hour

Travelers were reportedly evacuated from Northeast Regional Amtrak Train 94 after being stuck for more than an hour in the ...

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Extreme heat blankets U.S., with almost 160 million under alerts from Texas to Maine

Nearly 160 million people are under heat alerts from eastern Texas to Maine, as temperatures are forecasted to be as much as ...

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