US Exceptional Heat Forecast: Northeast, Central US Could Expect High Temperatures This Week

According to the latest forecast, Central and Northeastern US would expect record-high temperatures this week. Heat-related health concerns and increased fire risks could be possible.

Recently, weather forecasts monitored the rainy conditions in the Florida Gulf Coast and Carolinas.

In the Western US, residents struggled with the thunderstorms and heavy rains as many enjoyed the Labor Day Weekend.

In the Mid-Atlantic, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that a dry weather outlook could be likely this week.

Heat conditions in Northeast and Central US this week

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A stock photo of extreme heat in Brooklyn borough of New York City. The challenging heat is not yet over in the Central and Northeastern US this week, according to the latest forecasts. High temperatures could likely cause heat-related heat illnesses.

The NWS warned that heat is considered one of the leading weather fatalities in the country. The heat could become dangerous, especially for outdoor workers in job sites, older adults and people without access to AC systems.

Meanwhile, the latest weather forecast warned of exceptional midweek heat that could reach 100 degrees.

The early beginning of September unleashed rainy conditions on the West. This week, average temperatures are expected in the region, especially in San Franciso and Los Angeles.

In the Northeast, the weather outlook showed that above-historical temperatures and increased humidity could be possible in the said areas:

Burlington
New York
Virginia Beach
Pittsburgh
Charleston
Detroit
Chicago
Minneapolis
Des Moines
Kansas City
Oklahoma City

Motorists and homeowners with travel plans should monitor the weather outlook this week to prevent prolonged exposure to heat. On Monday, the heat could unfold in the following areas:

New York
Washington
Virginia Beach
Raleigh
Pittsburgh
Charleston

The NWS Baltimore-Washington advised residents of the hottest week in the region during the mid-week. Residents should stay hydrated at all times or bring bottled water.

Weather over the parts of the US

In the Central US, record-high heat could be possible in the following areas:

Oklahoma City
Lubbock
Dallas
Houston
San Antonio
Odessa

From Wednesday to Thursday, local severe storms and rainy conditions could be likely in the following areas:

Thunder Bay
Detroit
Chicago
Milwaukee
Minneapolis

Meanwhile, the NWS Weather Prediction Center reported that flash flooding could unload in the following areas: Northern Plains and parts of the Rockies.

Also Read: US Latest Weather Forecast: Rainy Conditions, Thunderstorms Likely to Hit Western US

Staying safe from record-high temperatures

Heat could become deadly for people with no cooling systems. Here are essential reminders for communities to stay safe from the heat this week.

Always check the weather forecast. Homeowners must check the heat forecasts, especially if they have travel plans.
Avoid prolonged exposure to heat as much as possible. Limiting outdoor activities and strenuous plans could be helpful.
Dry conditions and high temperatures could likely unleash fires or bushfires.
Monitor the temperatures of your family members. Watch out for signs of heat-related illnesses.