What Happened
Nineteen deaths in New Jersey are suspected to be heat-related as extreme temperatures begin to subside. The high temperatures occurred over the July 4th holiday period.
While the specific dates of the deaths were not provided, the articles indicate the heat wave occurred around the July 4th holiday. The heat wave is also noted as potentially being the cause of the deaths, with storms beginning to sweep across the US as the high temperatures give way.
Key Facts
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19 deaths in New Jersey are suspected to be heat-related.
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The suspected heat-related deaths occurred during a period of extreme high temperatures.
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The high temperatures occurred over the July 4th holiday.
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Extreme temperatures are beginning to subside.
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Storms are beginning to sweep across the US.
