In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl making landfall on the Texas Gulf Coast, victims are now grappling with dangerous heat conditions. Heat advisories have been issued for several areas including Palacios, Bay City, Galveston, and Houston, as heat indices are predicted to exceed 100 degrees this week.

As over 2 million people in the region continue to be without power, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Houston has warned of the potentially hazardous situation. Normally, the heat would not reach advisory criteria, but the widespread loss of power and air conditioning has created dangerous conditions. Those working outside are struggling to find relief from the scorching temperatures.

The heat index is expected to soar as high as 106 degrees in parts of southeast Texas. In Houston, temperatures are forecasted to reach a heat index of 101 on Tuesday and 100 on Wednesday, gradually dropping to the mid-90s towards the end of the week. Similarly, Galveston is expected to experience feels-like temperatures of 102 on Tuesday, with a heat index hovering around 100 throughout the workweek.

The impact of Hurricane Beryl resulted in nearly 3 million people without power initially, and even by Tuesday, more than 2.3 million are still in the dark. Residents in these situations are advised to remain mindful of the heat risk and seek refuge in air-conditioned spaces to avoid heat-related illnesses.

To address the dire situation, city officials in Houston have opened cooling centers, providing individuals with a respite from the scorching heat. These centers serve as a crucial space for residents to cool down and find temporary relief.

It is important to note that Texas is not the only state experiencing extreme heat this week. Heat advisories are in effect for various areas across the eastern United States, including South Florida, Georgia, and parts of New England. Meanwhile, in the western region of the country, states such as California and Arizona are grappling with record-breaking temperatures. Excessive Heat Warnings have been issued for approximately 42 million people in the western U.S. through Friday.

According to the FOX Forecast Center, the West has experienced a record-hot summer, with over 90 all-time temperature records being shattered so far. As the heatwave continues to affect wide areas of the country, authorities are urging residents to stay hydrated, seek shelter in cool spaces, and avoid prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures.