Dangerous heat dome causes extreme temperatures in the South

There were record-high temperatures on Tuesday in six states as a dangerous heat dome causes extreme temperatures in parts of the U.S. Rob Marciano has the latest.

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Five years have now passed since 619 people lost their lives in Canada’s deadliest weather event, yet survivors, researchers and seniors’ advocates are still coming to terms with its fallout and pushing for stronger prevention measures.

A heat dome is gripping the South. Here’s what causes one and what it looks like  CNN

Extreme temperatures and repeated wildfires are pushing infrastructure to the limit and testing the continent’s resolve.

The Met Office said the temperature of 38.1 degrees Celsius (100.6 degrees Fahrenheit) in west London was a tenth of a degree higher than the previous record set June 28.

UK records hottest day of the year as western Europe swelters once again  apnews.com