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

Why it matters locally: Maryland can expect to experience part of this intense heat wave, leading to an increased strain on the state's power grid and potential public health advisories from local agencies such as the Montgomery County Fire and the Prince George's County Police Department (Non-Emergency/Public Safety Information).

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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.