The extreme heat poses significant health risks, including heat stress and heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke. Vulnerable populations, including the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions, are at higher risk. Wildfires fueled by the heat have already caused evacuations in California and Colorado, destroying homes and structures. In the South, heavy rainfall has led to flooding, with rescue operations underway in Missouri and Louisiana. The prolonged heat and limited overnight cooling are expected to exacerbate these risks.