Big advisory for millions of Americans: US citizens asked to stay at homes for 24 hours. Check details

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Tens of millions of people in major cities in the United States faced record high temperatures 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. Temperatures in Washington and Boston are expected to soar to 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius), beating previous records by as much as 6 degrees, according to the
National Weather Service
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The National Weather Service, Eastern Region, said on X on Tuesday: "There's no doubt about it many were feeling hot, hot, hot today in the Eastern United States! Many daily records were set. By the way, if you want to cool off you had better luck in Las Vegas, NV today which only reached 94 for a high!"
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Millions of Americans asked to stay indoors
At a time when massive heatwave is sweeping US, millions of Americans have been advised to remain indoors as heat warnings were issued in 24 states on Wednesday. The weather department has issued extreme heat warnings and heat advisories for large parts of South, Midwest and Northeast until Wednesday evening, reports NewsWeek.
The agency warned that "dangerously hot" conditions are expected, and urged people to stay out of the sun and remain in air-conditioned rooms. The NWS warned that heat-related illnesses "increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events," putting millions of Americans in impacted regions at risk. It urged people to drink plenty of fluids and to check up on relatives and neighbors.
The agency also warned Americans not to leave young children and pets in vehicles unattended. "Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes," it said.
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Which US states to face extreme heatwave?
The NWS has issued warnings for extreme heatwave for parts of North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. The warnings are set to continue until 8 p.m. on Wednesday.
"An extreme heat warning is issued when extremely dangerous heat conditions are expected or occurring. Avoid outdoor activities, especially during the heat of the day. If you must be outside, be sure to drink plenty of water and take frequent breaks in the shade. Stay indoors in an air-conditioned space as much as possible, including overnight. Check on family and neighbors," the NWS said on its official website.
Temperatures are expected to reach a heat index value of up to 115 degree Fahrenheit in North Carolina. Meanwhile, Virginia is expected to reach 110F; Pennsylvania will hit 105F; and New Jersey will reach 108F.
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The NWS also issued heat advisories for Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Arkansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
The agency said that heat index values could reach 110F in Louisiana and South Carolina; 109F in Georgia and Arkansas; 108F in Maryland and Alabama; 104F in Kentucky; and 103F in New York.
"Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke," the NWS said. "To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency!"
It added: "In addition to the daytime heat, overnight low temperatures will also be very warm and oppressively muggy."