Archive · 24 Jul 2025
130 Million Americans Under Heat Alerts Amidst Expanding Heat Wave
A huge heat wave is making things very hot in many parts of America.
Over 130 million people are under warnings because the temperatures are so high.
Eleven states, including Michigan and Illinois, are getting hit the hardest.
It's like a giant bubble of hot air, called a heat dome, is parked over the eastern US.
This is making it feel even hotter, with some places possibly reaching 115 degrees.
It's important to stay cool and drink water to avoid getting sick.
A heat wave is affecting a large part of the United States.
Over 130 million Americans are under heat alerts.
11 states are most affected, including Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois.
A heat dome is causing high temperatures in the eastern US.
RealFeel temperatures could reach 115°F in some areas.
- Who
- Over 130 million Americans are affected.
- What
- A severe heat wave with extreme temperatures and high heat indices.
- When
- Currently impacting the United States, with forecasts through the end of July.
- Where
- Across the United States, especially in 11 states including Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, and areas within the Lower Mississippi Valley.
- Why
- Due to a persistent upper-level high-pressure system, known as a heat dome.
- People Affected
- Over 130 million
- States Most Affected
- 11 states, including Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois
- Heat Indices
- Between 100°F and 105°F
- Extreme Heat Warnings
- Issued in parts of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana
- RealFeel Temperatures
- Potentially reaching 110°F to 115°F in some areas