An Excessive Heat Warning has been declared for "portions of southwest Arizona and southeast and southern California" by the NWS, reports the Express US . The most acute drought conditions are hitting parts of Texas, New Mexico, Montana, Virginia, Alabama, and both North and South Carolina hard.
In an unexpected turn, despite enduring summer-long heatwaves, California, Arizona, and Nevada are currently not classified as experiencing drought. A National Weather Service Drought Monitor map shows that about 17% of the US is experiencing some level of drought, significantly more than last month.
The NWS is alerting the public to "dangerously hot conditions," with "temperatures ranging from 107 to 117 degrees and heat indices reaching up to 124 degrees" in the coming days.
Highlighting the ongoing peril, the NWS tweeted: "The latest on the dangerous heat that continues over portions of the interior West. The heat will begin to spread into the northern Plains on Tuesday. Some daily record-tying/breaking high temperatures are possible."
"Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke," the NWS warned. "Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
"Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water," the warning added.
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