Extreme Heat and Fire Weather Alerts Blanket US | JQJO

Over 35 million Americans face dangerous heat and fire weather this weekend. Extreme heat warnings are in effect for Phoenix, Palm Springs, and parts of the Grand Canyon, with temperatures reaching 115°F. Heat advisories extend across the Southwest and Plains, impacting cities like Albuquerque, Dallas, and Oklahoma City. Critical fire weather conditions persist in Oregon, Utah, Colorado, and Wyoming, due to low humidity and gusty winds. The Northwest also experiences extreme heat, with warnings for Medford, Eugene, and Portland. High temperatures are expected to ease slightly in the Southwest next week, but a heatwave will impact the Northeast and much of the country.