A heat dome occurs when a ridge of high pressure traps hot air over a region, intensifying temperatures for days or weeks. This weather phenomenon is used by meteorologists to forecast extreme heat events. Emergency planners benefit by preparing for health risks, while farmers and energy grid operators use it to manage crop stress and power demand.
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