Millions Urged To Stay Out of Sun in 6 States As Temperature Records Broken

Newsweek -   Millions of Americans across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic are being urged to limit time outdoors as a powerful early-season heat wave drives record-breaking and near-record temperatures across at least six states.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued widespread Heat Advisories for Wednesday, warning that "hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses," particularly as the region experiences an unusually hot mid-May.

Forecasters say the event is notable not just for the heat itself, but for its timing: Early-season heat waves can be more dangerous because people are not yet acclimated, increasing the risk of heat-related illness.  More on the six states