Heat Dome Hits Half the U.S. | Chicago News

A deadly heat dome blankets half the U.S., pushing temperatures into dangerous territory—with heat indices hitting 110°F across the Midwest and East Coast, records shattered, and nights offering no relief. Cities like New York deploy mobile medical teams and open cooling centers, while Philly cuts its parade and Nashville patrols hand out water to the homeless. Officials warn: stay hydrated, avoid the heat, and watch for signs of heat illness—especially for seniors. Meanwhile, wildfires rage in Utah and Colorado under dry winds, proving America’s weather extremes are both widespread and deadly. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/71413cf1edb37f5b