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

Why it matters locally: Georgia is directly impacted by the national heatwave, with temperatures reaching dangerous levels across the state, posing health risks and increasing energy demands ahead of 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.