India, July 24 -- A relentless heat dome has settled over the central United States, resulting in heat advisories and excessive heat warnings across 11 states. The National Weather Service (NWS) estimated that over 99 million people are affected by dangerously high temperatures stretching from the Upper Midwest to the Gulf Coast.

According to a USA Today report, temperature highs across the region are soaring well into the 90s and beyond. The heat index values are reaching 110 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit in some areas, including St Louis, Little Rock, and Chicago. The heat index, which accounts for humidity, makes temperatures feel significantly hotter and increases the risk of heat-related illnesses.

Another Newsweek report stated that t...