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Scorching Heatwave and Dangerous Smoke Grip the US
6 Aug
Summary
- Record high temperatures expected in Phoenix and Tucson
- Air quality alerts issued for 10 states from Minnesota to Delaware
- Hazy smoke to move over major East Coast cities this week
On August 6th, 2025, a severe heatwave and hazardous smoke are impacting much of the United States. According to the latest reports, record high temperatures are possible in cities like Phoenix and Tucson, with highs reaching between 108 and 118 degrees Fahrenheit through Friday.
Compounding the extreme heat, air quality alerts have been issued for portions of 10 states, stretching from Minnesota to Delaware. The hazy smoke is expected to move over major East Coast cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, while holding over much of Pennsylvania and New York for the rest of the week and potentially into the weekend.
Meanwhile, critical fire danger conditions are in place across five western states - Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming, and Idaho - due to low humidity and strong winds. Authorities warn that these extreme conditions could persist through at least Friday, and possibly into the weekend as well.
Despite the ongoing challenges, some relief may be on the way. Forecasters predict that temperatures will be less extreme this weekend, though the intense heat is expected to return to the Northeast next week, with much of the country experiencing above-average temperatures.
