Heatwave blankets U.S. East Coast

BreakdownGenerated by LeadStory AI

• A shelter in Maryland faced life-threatening conditions for animals after air conditioning failed.
• Over 150 million people across the U.S. East Coast are under heat warnings as cities experience record June temperatures. 25s
• Infrastructure and daily life have been disrupted, including slowed trains, business closures, and power outages. 41s
• The heatwave is caused by a 'heat dome,' trapping hot air and increasing health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. 1m 7s
• Studies show heat domes are becoming more likely due to climate change, with more frequent and extreme heatwaves expected unless emissions are reduced. 1m 34s