A significant heat wave is set to envelop the eastern half of the U.S., impacting tens of millions with dangerous heat index levels. The Midwest will experience increased humidity partly due to 'corn sweat' during this typical midsummer period. Although record highs are not expected, temperatures may reach 95 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit while feeling closer to 110 degrees due to humidity. The heat will progress from the Southeast to the Midwest and then to the mid-Atlantic and Northeast. The event emphasizes increased risks of heat-related illnesses across several regions.
Heat and humidity are expected to push the heat index to dangerous levels for tens of millions, with highs reaching 95 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
The heat wave will affect the Southeast initially, moving toward the Midwest and then into the mid-Atlantic and Northeast by week's end.
Large areas of the eastern U.S. are classified under the major HeatRisk category, with some regions reaching the extreme category for heat-related hospitalizations.
The oppressive humidity is intensified by saturated weather patterns and evaporation from soil and transpiration from plants, particularly in Midwest crop fields.
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