19 suspected heat-related deaths since dangerous heatwave began, N.J. health official says

New Jersey health officials report 19 suspected heat-related deaths since a dangerous heatwave began on Thursday. According to a state official, most of these fatalities involved individuals who were found in homes without air conditioning. The deaths are linked to the extreme temperatures experienced across the state, marking a significant public health concern as officials track the casualties resulting from the severe weather conditions that have impacted residents throughout the region since last week.