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Austin experienced near-record warmth with highs in the 80s, but a strong cold front arriving late Sunday will bring winter air, gusty winds, and a drop in temperatures into the 40s and 50s, with potential for freezing temperatures Tuesday morning.
Physicists have created a microscopic Stirling engine using a silica particle levitated in electric fields, capable of simulating temperatures up to 13 million kelvin, providing insights into thermodynamics at extreme scales and potential applications in understanding biological processes and particle behavior in complex environments.
Authorities in Greece closed the Acropolis for several hours due to extreme heat, with work restrictions in place across several regions to prevent wildfires, as temperatures exceeded 40°C and wildfire risk increased.
A severe heat wave continues to affect the eastern U.S., with peak conditions shifting to the Mid-Atlantic over the weekend. Cities like Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. could see temperatures reach 100 degrees, with heat indexes over 105. Over 200 million people are expected to experience highs of at least 90 degrees, posing significant health risks.
A heat dome is causing unusually high temperatures in parts of California, Nevada, Arizona, and Texas, with residents taking precautions to stay cool as triple-digit heat hits the region two weeks before summer officially begins.
Houston is expected to experience high heat and humidity throughout the week, with temperatures reaching the mid-90s and feeling as high as 106 degrees. Overnight lows will remain in the upper-70s, and a ridge of high pressure will bring even hotter and drier conditions by Thursday.
Showers and thunderstorms will continue from late Sunday into early Monday in eastern Nebraska, with isolated severe storms possible. Monday will be warm and humid with a few isolated thunderstorms. Stronger storms are expected late Monday night into Tuesday. Highs will be in the 80s with mainly dry weather expected midweek.
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for nearly all of Iowa, with burning not recommended due to the risk of rapid fire spread. Several counties already had burn bans in place, and summer-like temperatures are expected to reach record highs. As of Monday morning, 11 Iowa counties had burn bans in effect, including Harrison, Pottawattamie, and Mills.
Iowa is facing extreme fire danger on Monday with a red flag warning due to record-breaking temperatures, strong winds, and dry conditions. The National Weather Service advises against burning, using open flames outdoors, or heavy machinery that may spark fires. If a fire starts spreading rapidly, people are urged to call 911 immediately. The forecast for the week includes high temperatures, gusty winds, and a chance of snow on Wednesday.
A 23-year-old Taylor Swift fan died at the singer's concert in Rio de Janeiro, sparking outrage among fans and politicians. Concert-goers complained about the high temperatures and lack of water at the venue, despite soaring temperatures in the city. The cause of death is still unknown, and an investigation has been opened. Swift expressed her condolences and called for improved safety measures at future concerts. Authorities have announced that free water will be provided at all upcoming shows.
The D.C.-area is expected to experience continued record warmth into the weekend, with temperatures potentially reaching the 80s. Cloud levels are uncertain, but tomorrow is expected to be the least cloudy day. There is a slight chance of showers on Sunday, but most outdoor plans should be unaffected. The weather may turn cooler and breezier on Monday, with increased shower chances. Tuesday could see persistent clouds and cooler temperatures in the upper 40s to mid-50s.
The deaths of 120 Amazon river dolphins in Brazil's Tefe Lake are believed to be linked to severe drought and high temperatures, with water temperatures exceeding 39C (102F). The pink dolphins, a threatened species, are particularly vulnerable due to slow reproductive cycles. The deaths could represent 10% of their estimated population in the lake, posing a threat to their survival. Scientists are working to determine the exact cause of the mortality, but environmental activists attribute the unusually hot conditions to climate change. The drought has also impacted riverside communities, leaving them isolated and without access to water and transportation.
The National Weather Service predicts a modest warming trend in San Diego County from Monday to Wednesday, with night and morning clouds becoming more confined to the coast and western valleys. The weather is expected to be mostly sunny with high temperatures ranging from 71 to 98 degrees. However, a cooling trend is anticipated from Thursday into the weekend, with a deeper marine layer, more extensive coastal clouds, and a slight chance of showers.
Central Florida can expect an increase in rain chances, with a risk of severe storms, including strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning. The temperature will reach a high near 93 degrees, with rain chances up to 40% through the early evening. The chance of rain will continue throughout the week, with high temperatures in the low 90s. In the tropics, Hurricane Lee will bring high rip currents and high seas, while a tropical wave in the eastern tropical Atlantic has a 50% chance of developing into a tropical depression by the weekend.
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) issued a conservation appeal due to high temperatures, high demand, low wind, and declining solar power generation. While normal operations have resumed, ERCOT asked Texas consumers to conserve electricity use during peak hours to help maintain reliability. If conditions worsen, ERCOT may implement controlled outages as a last resort to avoid widespread power outages.