Record Heat Wave Scorches Southern U.S., Straining Energy Grid
- Millions of people across Texas, Florida, and Louisiana face dangerous temperatures over 100 degrees that will last for days.
- The heat wave is forecast to break records and put pressure on the energy grid and infrastructure.
- Climate scientists say more frequent and intense heat waves are a result of climate change.
- Officials are urging people to stay hydrated, limit time outside, and not leave children or pets in hot vehicles.
- The heat wave will spread to other southern and eastern states over the holiday weekend.