Record-setting heat wave in the U.S. this week: These are the areas that will bear the brunt of the sun
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Americans love to visit sunny places like beaches to relax and get a tan, especially during summer. But this time, you might end up getting burned instead of just a tan. According to US weather forecast , a heatwave is coming to many parts of the United States this week. This kind of heat isn't usual, it is arriving early, before summer. Record-breaking temperatures are expected in 34 cities.According to the reports the southeast and Northern Plains are the areas that will feel most of the heat. Texas will have very high temperatures, San Antonio might reach 107°F on Wednesday. The indications show that from the previous May record this year will be 10°F hotter. In Del Rio, Texas, it might reach 110°F, that's 7°F more than the old record.The National Weather Service said on 'X' that lots of places could hit 100°F or more in the afternoon. Some spots might break old temperature records. This heat wave could even be one for the history books.States like Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota are most likely to also face record heat. There are also strong winds in these areas. These winds plus heat create 'critical fire weather', meaning there is a high risk of wildfires.In the central U.S., it will cool down slightly soon. But the heat will move east, affecting states like North Carolina and Florida . These states may also see record-breaking heat.Triple-digit (100°F+) temperatures are normal in summer, not in spring. This heat wave feels more like August, not May. A weather expert from Houston and Galveston, Cameron Self, told the Associated Press on Tuesday that this week's weather feels more like late summer, according to the reports.Climate change is making heat waves happen more often and last longer, hotter. In the 1960s, there were fewer heat waves. Now, the U.S. has 3 times more heat waves than back then. Heat wave season used to last 24 days in the 1960s. Now it lasts about 70 days, almost three times longer according to the data from the Environmental Protection Agency Heat is always dangerous, but this heat wave is risky because it is happening early in the year, when people are not ready. People might not have their air conditioners ready or may not stay hydrated. Early heat waves can surprise people and cause more health problems.The National Weather Service gave some easy tips; they suggested that If you feel dizzy, super sweaty, sick, or weak, it's an indication of heat exhaustion. Heat stroke is even worse and can be very dangerous. Don't take this lightly, even if it's just spring.Q1. Which areas in the US will be hottest?A1. Texas, the Southeast, and Northern Plains likely to face the highest temperatures.Q2. Why is it so hot in the US in May?A2. Climate change is causing earlier and stronger heat waves.
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