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'Heat dome' threatens sweltering conditions for World Cup fans, players

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July 1, 2026

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'Heat dome' threatens sweltering conditions for World Cup fans, players Extreme heat greets fans and players at the World Cup, as an imposing "heat dome" settles over the central and eastern United States and parts of Canada with the knockout rounds progressing. The weather phenomenon – a large area of high pressure that traps heat and humidity – could lead to dangerously high ‌temperatures. Amy Tennery explains the impact on the tournament. #Heat #Weather #Climate #FIFA #WorldCup

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