A 'heat dome' is driving dangerous heat across the U.S. into the July 4 weekend

NPR News Sunday 28 June 2026, 23:37 UTC By Chandelis Duster 1 min read

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Dangerous heat is expected across large swaths of the U.S. this week, according to the National Weather Service.(Image credit: Adam Gray)

Dangerous heat is expected across large swaths of the U.S. this week, according to the National Weather Service.

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Many will experience cooler air and some rain this week before a possible return to hot weather at the weekend.

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A 'heat dome' is driving dangerous heat across the U.S. into the July 4 weekend

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