Dallas Braces for Record-Breaking Heat Wave, No Relief in Sight

Dallas-Fort Worth has experienced 26 days of at least 100-degree temperatures so far, surpassing the typical summer average of 20 such days. However, it falls short of the record-breaking 71 days seen in 2011. The heat wave shows no signs of ending soon, with temperatures expected to reach 106 and 107 degrees over the weekend. Dallas-Fort Worth is currently one of the hottest regions in Texas, but the entire state is experiencing widespread triple-digit temperatures. Other parts of the US, such as Phoenix and Death Valley, are even hotter. If seeking relief, cooler spots like Portland, Maine, offer a respite from the scorching heat.