02 Jul 2026, 19:06
Heatwave to hit record temperatures in 4 states across the USA
- Heavy-heat weather in the USA is expected to bring temperatures in excess of 90°F in some areas through the heat wave
- Filadelfia (Philadelphia) officials said, due to rising heat, the city could see temperatures above 100 degrees
- Amtrak’s Acela train will run through a heatwave, with passengers traveling between Boston and Washington, which may be affected by the heat
Heat, what is expected in the coming days in the U.S. states of the South will be accompanied by other weather conditions, which will intensify the effects of the heat wave. According to the National Meteorological Service, there is a high risk of heat-related deaths in the southern states, and heat could be dangerous for people in the region. The heat wave could also bring record temperatures in the coming days.
In the coming days, temperatures in places will rise to above 90°F in many areas of the country. For Philadelphia, temperatures could reach above 100. The heat wave is expected to be especially intense.
Philadelphia officials said the city’s heatwave will be accompanied by a “All-American Block Party” event at Independence Mall. In Lower Windsor Township, America 250 fireworks are planned for the evening. In Norristown, a parade is planned, with a sub-event, and a “fireworks” show will take place in the evening.
Temperatures will also affect transportation: Amtrak said it will run its Acela service between Boston and Washington, and trains may be delayed due to heat-related conditions.
What to expect in the coming days, “heat dome” — a system of high pressure that traps hot air and prevents it from leaving — will form over the central part of the country. As a result, the heat will spread across the region.
New York’s mayor has announced a state of emergency due to rising temperatures, with the city’s heat-related deaths expected to rise. The governor of New York, Ron DeSantis, said the heat could be very dangerous for people, especially those in vulnerable groups.
Tags: Weather/USA