A severe heat wave is suspected to have contributed to numerous deaths in another part of the country. At least 19 deaths in New Jersey are believed to be related to the high temperatures.

The heat wave was part of a larger weather pattern affecting the central and eastern United States. This heat dome has since given way to severe thunderstorms.

Further details about the situation in New Jersey can be found through KPRC 2 Houston, including information about the storms and their impact on the area, such as power outages affecting nearly 1 million homes and businesses.