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Heat wave in the U.S. leaves many vulnerable on a holiday
Fast CompanyA blast of heat and humidity in the Midwest and Northeast days before the official start of summer put a wet blanket on outdoor activities from festivals to sports camps as officials urged people to take precautions.
Cities that opened cooling cent…