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Central Texas, including Austin and surrounding counties, is under a severe thunderstorm watch and heat advisory on Tuesday, with the National Weather Service warning of damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to persist through the weekend, with temperatures potentially reaching up to 102 degrees and heat index values up to 110.
A 23-year-old Taylor Swift fan died at the singer's concert in Rio de Janeiro due to extreme heat, prompting complaints about the lack of water distribution at the venue. The fan, Ana Clara Benevides Machado, was attended by paramedics but died an hour later at the hospital. Swift announced the postponement of her scheduled concerts until Monday due to the extreme temperatures. The city's mayor has demanded changes before the remaining shows, including new water distribution points and increased medical support. Swift expressed her grief and stated that she never expected such a tragedy to occur during her tour in Brazil.
Metro Detroit is experiencing severe weather conditions, including flooding, excessive heat, and the potential for more storms. Heavy rain has caused flooding in several counties, and a flash flood warning is in effect. A heat advisory is also in place, with heat indices expected to reach 100-105 degrees. There is a slight risk of severe weather in the evening, with the possibility of thunderstorms, hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes. Cooler weather will return on Friday, with some showers expected over the weekend.
The Johnston Community School District in Iowa closed early on the first day of school due to excessive heat and inadequate cooling in some buildings. Secondary schools dismissed at 11:50 a.m. and elementary schools at 1 p.m., with buses taking students home and child care remaining open until 5 p.m. Other schools in Iowa have also curbed outdoor activities and adjusted schedules due to the heat wave.
Some Kansas schools, including McPherson High School and Skelly Elementary School, were forced to cancel classes due to malfunctioning HVAC systems, resulting in hot classroom temperatures. The districts are working on repairs, but some residents are skeptical and believe better facility maintenance should have been done. Other heat-related cancellations include outdoor practices at YMCA, outdoor activities in the City of Lawrence, and the cancellation of "Derby Night Lights" in Derby Public Schools.
Central Florida is experiencing record-high temperatures, with an excessive heat warning in effect until 7 p.m. Temperatures are expected to feel like 115 degrees or higher. Several locations, including Orlando and Sanford, reached 99 degrees, breaking previous records. Daytona Beach reached 98 degrees, surpassing its 96-degree record. It is advised to stay hydrated and take breaks if spending time outdoors. Rain chances are low, with a 30% chance on Wednesday and Thursday, and temperatures will remain in the mid- to upper 90s through next week.
Alabama is facing a threat of severe thunderstorms and excessive heat on Monday, with storms expected to begin around 11 a.m. to noon in northwestern Alabama and move southeast towards the Birmingham area after 1 p.m. The storms bring the risk of high wind gusts, hail, and intense lightning. A heat advisory is also in effect, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s and a heat index of around 105°F before the storms hit. Another round of intense storms is expected on Tuesday, with rainfall varying across the region over the next seven days.
The ongoing heatwave in El Paso, Texas, has negatively impacted local businesses, with Erika Knoch, owner of Global Coffee, experiencing a decline in in-person sales. Customers are opting for food delivery services like DoorDash and UberEats, which has boosted online orders. However, the high costs associated with these platforms limit the profitability of such sales. Knoch has to carefully manage expenses to avoid going over budget. Despite the challenges, Knoch emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses during this time and appreciates the customers who do visit her shop and tip the baristas.
A dangerous and record-breaking heat wave is continuing to scorch the southern and central United States, with more than 75 million Americans under excessive heat warnings. In Arizona, the heat has already caused 18 confirmed deaths and dozens more are suspected to be heat-related. The governor has called on utility companies to submit plans for preventing and responding to outages. The heat is expected to persist in the Southwest until at least July 28, with the Rockies and Plains also experiencing intense heat in the coming days. The excessive heat is forecasted to spread into the Midwest, Ohio Valley, mid-Atlantic, and even the Northeast next week. Little relief is expected in the coming weeks, with above-average temperatures likely to continue into August for most of the country. The National Weather Service warns people to take the heat seriously, as it poses a health risk and is the leading weather-related killer in the U.S.
Metro Phoenix experienced its hottest day since June 2021, reaching a scorching 116 degrees due to a strong ridge of high pressure. The heatwave is expected to continue throughout the week, with temperatures ranging from 112 to 116 degrees. The onset of the monsoon is not yet in sight, and caution is advised for outdoor activities as the extreme heat can be dangerous for people and pets.
The News Channel 3 viewing area is under an Excessive Heat Warning with heat indices exceeding 110 degrees, while also being under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 8 p.m. Damaging winds and heavy rainfall are expected. Showers and thunderstorms are possible tonight and tomorrow, with more widespread activity expected on Sunday as a cold front moves in. Take precautions to stay safe in the dangerously hot weather and check on loved ones without electricity.
The Gulf Coast is experiencing excessive heat, with heat alerts in effect across the South. Smoke from Canadian wildfires is affecting air quality in some areas.
The National Weather Service has extended the excessive heat warning until Wednesday at 9 p.m. for South Central Texas and the Hill Country, with high temperatures forecasted to reach 106 and 108 degrees on Monday and Tuesday respectively. Heat indices may reach as high as 119 and 120 degrees in some areas. Strong to severe storms are also possible on Monday afternoon and evening. The NWS recommends consolidating outdoor activities to cooler parts of the day and staying hydrated to avoid heat exhaustion. San Antonio has heat respite centers open across the city to provide air conditioning and rest for those who need it.
The Southeast and Florida are expected to experience strong to severe thunderstorms with the risk of large hail, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall that could cause flash flooding and isolated tornadoes. Excessive heat warnings and heat advisories are in effect for dozens of counties across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi. The Southeast is forecast to be drenched with rain this week, with up to 8 inches expected to fall in parts of the Carolinas and the Florida Panhandle. Fire danger is at a critical stage for Arizona and New Mexico. The tropics are being monitored for possible development in the Atlantic.