Millions Face Intense Heat Across U.S. Ahead of Holiday Weekend

Why it matters locally: Ohio is expected to experience elevated temperatures, with central and southern regions potentially seeing highs in the upper 90s, raising concerns for public health and safety during the holiday weekend.

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Millions of people across the United States are currently experiencing a period of intense heat and humidity. Forecasters expect temperatures to reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius) in numerous areas. These high temperatures are forecast to continue for multiple days, coinciding with the lead-up to the Fourth of July holiday weekend.