Extreme heat, storms to hit Western NC this week as heat dome expands

Extreme heat and storms are expected to impact Western NC this week as a heat dome expands. This extreme weather event will also affect the Staunton region. A heat dome occurs when high pressure traps hot air over a specific area, leading to significantly elevated temperatures and volatile weather patterns. Residents in these affected regions should prepare for the intense heat and potential storm activity as the atmospheric system moves through the area.