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Summer 2024 Was the Hottest Ever Measured, Beating Last Year

2024 is projected to be the hottest year on record, with unprecedented heat waves affecting multiple regions globally.

How is climate change affecting heat waves in California and the West?

Climate change intensifies heat waves in the Western US, driven by greenhouse gases from fossil fuels, with lasting impacts on people and ecosystems.

Brazilian heat waves fueled by climate change are flaming the rainforest at highest rate in 14 years

Brazil is facing extreme heat and health risks due to climate change, increasing wildfires and threatening the Amazon and local populations.

San Jose Just Had Its Hottest Week Ever, 'A Harbinger of Things to Come' | KQED

Extreme heat recorded in cities reflects climate change trends and increasing heat wave frequency due to human activities. Future heat waves expected to exceed current records.

Global Warming Breaks Another Record With Hottest Summer Ever

This summer marks the hottest period in the Northern Hemisphere, indicating severe climate change impacts and rising global temperatures.

Heat-Related Illnesses Spiked in Some Regions This Week, C.D.C. Data Shows

Heat-related emergency room visits spiked in regions hit hard by the heat wave, showcasing the immediate impact of extreme temperatures on public health.

Summer 2024 Was the Hottest Ever Measured, Beating Last Year

2024 is projected to be the hottest year on record, with unprecedented heat waves affecting multiple regions globally.

How is climate change affecting heat waves in California and the West?

Climate change intensifies heat waves in the Western US, driven by greenhouse gases from fossil fuels, with lasting impacts on people and ecosystems.

Brazilian heat waves fueled by climate change are flaming the rainforest at highest rate in 14 years

Brazil is facing extreme heat and health risks due to climate change, increasing wildfires and threatening the Amazon and local populations.

San Jose Just Had Its Hottest Week Ever, 'A Harbinger of Things to Come' | KQED

Extreme heat recorded in cities reflects climate change trends and increasing heat wave frequency due to human activities. Future heat waves expected to exceed current records.

Global Warming Breaks Another Record With Hottest Summer Ever

This summer marks the hottest period in the Northern Hemisphere, indicating severe climate change impacts and rising global temperatures.

Heat-Related Illnesses Spiked in Some Regions This Week, C.D.C. Data Shows

Heat-related emergency room visits spiked in regions hit hard by the heat wave, showcasing the immediate impact of extreme temperatures on public health.
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Daily briefing: Heat might make bumblebees lose their sense of smell

Heat waves threaten bumblebees' ability to smell, impacting their feeding and pollination.
Polio vaccination efforts in Gaza face challenges amid ongoing conflict and dire humanitarian conditions.
Ganymede's surface features suggest a colossal ancient impact reoriented the moon.
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Phoenix Marks 100 Straight Days of 100-Degree Temperatures

Phoenix has marked its longest heat streak with 100 consecutive days over 100°F, set to continue.

California state park closes Cactus to Clouds Trail following rescues

For safety amidst extreme heat, Mount San Jacinto State Park closes the challenging Skyline Trail due to hazardous temperatures, with hikers and first responders' well-being as a priority.

Phoenix Marks 100 Straight Days of 100-Degree Temperatures

Phoenix has marked its longest heat streak with 100 consecutive days over 100°F, set to continue.

California state park closes Cactus to Clouds Trail following rescues

For safety amidst extreme heat, Mount San Jacinto State Park closes the challenging Skyline Trail due to hazardous temperatures, with hikers and first responders' well-being as a priority.
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A game changer': How giant batteries are making California's power grid stronger, and reducing the risk of blackouts during heat waves

California's power grid improved due to a boom in battery storage, preventing rolling blackouts during record heat waves.
Giant battery projects resolve renewable energy's shortcoming by storing solar power for later use.

Heat Waves Are Pounding Egypt, and Often There's No A.C.

Egypt is experiencing extreme heat and frequent power cuts, causing significant challenges for its residents.

China is CREATING heat waves over the Pacific Ocean, study claims

China's reduction in aerosol emissions unintentionally caused 'heat blobs' in the northeast Pacific, leading to ecological disruptions.

How Some Common Medications Can Make People More Vulnerable to Heat

Rising temperatures are worsening the risks of heat-related illnesses, especially for those relying on certain medications like antipsychotics.

Hottest Survivable Temperatures Are Lower Than Expected

Current methods for measuring deadly heat may underestimate mortality rates
Wet-bulb global temperature is inadequate in predicting heat survivability

Jamaica's dengue fever outbreak shows the deadly effects of record heat

Small island developing states (Sids) experienced 103 health-threatening heat days each year between 2018 and 2022.
Increased heat due to the climate crisis is exacerbating the frequency of dengue fever outbreaks.
Dengue fever is a climate-sensitive disease spread by infected mosquitoes, and repeated infections increase the severity and risk of acquiring the disease.

Bay Area county reports 19 deaths associated with marathon heat wave

Heat-related deaths reported in Santa Clara County, California during a prolonged heat wave with temperatures in the 100s.

Crews turn a corner with California's largest wildfire as massive heat wave brings new danger

California firefighters made progress in controlling a wildfire near hydroelectric facilities amidst heat waves and increased fire risks.

The Human Body Can't Combat Extreme Heat Forever - Here's When Things Break Down

Heat waves can have severe impacts on the human body, with chronic health conditions and certain demographics more vulnerable.

Deadly Toll in Greece as Heat Waves Sweep the Country

Heat waves in Greece lead to deaths and missing tourists on Greek islands.
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