On Wednesday, the East Coast experienced unusually warm weather, with temperatures reaching the 80s and 90s, breaking records in cities like Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City. This early heatwave marked the first 90-degree day of the year for these areas, with New York City surpassing a record set in 1941. However, this summer-like weather is expected to be brief, with cooler temperatures arriving by the weekend. Meanwhile, the Midwest and Plains faced severe weather threats, including tornado watches and reports of damaging storms. Nearly 50 million people were at risk, with tornadoes confirmed in Michigan and other states experiencing large hail and strong winds.
QUESTION: How might experiencing such extreme weather events at unusual times of the year impact the way we think about climate change and our daily lives?
1st 90-degree day for NYC, Philly and DC as severe weather hits Midwest and Plains
