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The heat wave that left more than 100 million people sweating across the eastern U.S. in June 2024 hit so fast and was so extreme that forecasters warned a flash drought could follow across wide parts of the region.
It was caused by a large high-pressure system called a heat dome that extended from the ground more than 10 miles up through the atmosphere.
The human impacts of the heat wave have also been widespread, including emergency room visits for heat-related illnesses.
There is much that humanity can do to limit future warming if countries, companies and people everywhere act with urgency.
Rapidly reducing fossil fuel emissions can help avoid a warmer future with even worse heat waves and droughts.
The cost of renewable energy continues to plummet, and many countries are increasing policy support and incentives.
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