Chad Merrill
Coverage of Chad Merrill in the Nexus archive.
- Dangerous heat wave is building, will bring oppressive temperatures to much of the United States
A dangerous heat wave is affecting much of the United States, with triple-digit temperatures expected in the Southwest and Great Plains before spreading eastward. Over 90 temperature records are projected to be broken, including overnight highs, and climate change is cited as a factor in intensifying the event.
- Dangerous heat wave is building, will bring oppressive temperatures to much of the United States
A dangerous heat wave is intensifying across the United States, with triple-digit temperatures expected in the Southwest and Great Plains before spreading eastward under a high-pressure dome. Health warnings emphasize risks from prolonged heat, including record-breaking highs and overnight temperatures 15-25°F above normal, particularly affecting two-thirds of the continental U.S.
- Dangerous heat wave is building, will bring oppressive temperatures to much of the United States
A dangerous heat wave is affecting much of the United States, with triple-digit temperatures expected in the Southwest and Great Plains, spreading eastward under a high-pressure dome. Over 90 temperature records may be broken, including overnight highs, with health warnings urging hydration and cooling. Climate change and El Niño are contributing to the intensity of the heat wave.
- Dangerous heat wave is building, will bring oppressive temperatures to much of the United States
A dangerous heat wave is affecting two-thirds of the continental United States, with triple-digit temperatures expected in the Southwest and Great Plains before spreading eastward. Health risks include oppressive nighttime heat, record-breaking temperatures in over 90 locations, and heightened fire danger in dry regions. Climate change and an emerging El Niño are contributing to the intensity of the event.