The unusual October heat wave has already set records across California, with temperatures in some areas hitting triple digits, raising alarms for public safety.
Palm Springs not only broke its daily high record for October 1st, reaching 117 degrees, but also marked the city’s highest ever recorded temperature for the month.
With dangerously high temperatures persisting, the National Weather Service has expressed concerns over increased fire risks and health impacts, particularly for vulnerable populations.
The ongoing heat wave has prompted severe heat advisories, indicating a high risk for heat illness, especially amongst the very young and elderly without air conditioning.
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