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Get ready for another stretch of dangerous heat
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Millions of Americans are under heat alerts as a heat dome settles over the western and central United States
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The National Weather Service says this is the first widespread significant heat wave of the summer
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for parts of the Mountain West, Northern Plains and Upper Great Lakes
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The hottest conditions are expected through Tuesday, with some communities forecast to reach 110 degrees or higher
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Forecasters say those locations could see temperatures that are exceptionally rare for mid-July
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and may even set all-time record highs. For instance, International Falls, Minnesota, known for its bitter cold
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could hit 100 for the first time since 1923. Health experts are also warning that last month's cooler-than-normal weather
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may have left many people less prepared for this kind of heat, increasing the risk of heat-related illness
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They're urging people to limit time outdoors, stay in air-conditioned spaces when possible, and drink plenty of water
