India, July 28 -- Nearly 20,000 Dominion Energy customers in Virginia are currently without power, according to the latest updates, as a heat wave grips the region with temperatures soaring into the triple digits. This comes as the National Weather Service (NWS) in Wakefield has extended an Extreme Heat Warning for parts of east central, south central, and southeast Virginia, effective until 8:00 PM EDT.

Issued at 12:22 PM EDT, the alert warns of dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values potentially reaching up to 110degF due to oppressive humidity. The warning covers counties including Prince George, Charles City, New Kent, Gloucester, Greensville, Sussex, Surry, James City, Southampton, Isle of Wight, and cities like Norfolk, ...