World News Tonight with David Muir Full Episode: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Jun 22, 2025
Danny Beckstrom, a meteorologist from WABC, discusses the dangerous heat wave affecting over 150 million Americans, emphasizing the severe health risks associated with extreme temperatures. The podcast also touches on a poisoning plot in Wisconsin and the complexities of escalating geopolitical tensions involving U.S. military action. Additionally, it highlights the inspiring recovery story of John Henry Lee, a brave young boy who thrives after a heart transplant, showcasing resilience in the face of adversity.
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Devastating North Dakota Tornadoes
- Deadly tornadoes struck North Dakota with extreme destruction, including flattened farms and derailed train cars.
- These events triggered a statewide disaster declaration highlighting the storm's severity in tight-knit communities.
Early, Life-Threatening Heatwave Insight
- The dangerous heat wave across the U.S. is unusually early and severe, impacting over 150 million people.
- Overnight lows remain high, preventing recovery from daytime extreme heat, raising health risks significantly.
US B-2 Bombers Poised for Iran Strike
- B-2 stealth bombers equipped with bunker-buster bombs are positioned near Guam as options to attack Iran's deeply buried nuclear facilities.
- Such an attack would likely require multiple sorties and take more than one day to be effective.