Extreme Heat Warning Issued as Temperatures Approach 38C

Why it matters locally: While the national warning highlights significant heat, Virginia can also experience extreme temperatures, which can strain power grids and pose health risks to vulnerable populations across the Commonwealth.

An amber extreme heat warning has become active, signaling expected high temperatures. Forecasters predict temperatures could reach 38 degrees Celsius on Thursday. The warning applies to specific areas, and meteorologists have indicated the possibility of new temperature records during this period.