Massive heat wave hits the US: Here’s the AC temp most people say they prefer

Highs are expected in the upper 90s to low 100s across the Southeast with high humidity bringing the heat indices up to 115 degrees.

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Massive heat wave hits the US: Here’s the AC temp most people say they prefer

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