US South Sizzles Under Heat Wave from Texas to Florida.

A heat wave has hit the US South, with temperatures soaring and tornadoes causing destruction in Texas. Cooling centers have been opened in cities along the Gulf Coast, and residents are advised to take precautions against the high temperatures and humidity. A waterspout swept ashore on a Florida beach, injuring two people. The National Weather Service has issued excessive heat warnings and advised people to stay hydrated and seek shelter in air-conditioned environments.