Record Heat and Deadly Storms Hit Southern US Over Memorial Day Weekend

Florida cities shattered temperature records while severe storms in Texas caused fatalities and widespread power outages.

Florida cities like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach experienced record high temperatures, reaching up to 98°F.
Texas faced extreme heat with temperatures surpassing 100°F and heat indices up to 120°F.
Deadly storms in central and northern Texas resulted in multiple fatalities and significant property damage.
Over 700,000 people in Texas were left without power due to the severe weather.
Forecasters warn that the heat wave could lead to more extreme weather events, including a potentially active hurricane season.