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11mo ago

Record-Breaking Heat Waves Sweep Across the U.S..

Unprecedented temperatures hit the Southwest, South, and New England, raising health and safety concerns.

Sunlight filters through a colorful tube as a swimmer chills out in the 72-degree Fahrenheit water at the top of Rock Springs Run at Kelly Park, Thursday, June 6, 2024, in Apopka, Fla. Central Floridians will be seeking more relief from the heat as temperatures are forecast to be near record-breaking —with highs in the upper 90s— through the weekend. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel via AP)
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Construction worker heatwave Texas.

Overview

  • Heat records shattered in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and Florida.
  • Phoenix and Las Vegas experience consecutive days above 110°F.
  • Forecasters warn of continued high temperatures and potential health risks.
  • Cooling centers open and residents advised to take precautions.
  • Upcoming monsoon thunderstorms may bring slight relief in the Southwest.