Hey there, amigos! 🌞 If you thought the summer heat couldn't get any hotter, think again! The U.S. just witnessed a scorching heat wave that broke records and had everyone sweating buckets.
A relentless heat wave has been baking parts of the U.S., especially the West Coast, pushing temperatures to extreme levels. On Sunday, the heat was so intense it sadly led to the death of a motorcyclist in Death Valley.
An excessive heat warning—which is the highest alert from the National Weather Service (NWS)—was issued for about 36 million people! 😱 That's about 10% of the entire U.S. population.
NWS meteorologist Bryan Jackson reported that dozens of places in the West and Pacific Northwest tied or even broke their previous heat records. Northern California was on fire (not literally, but almost)! Many areas surpassed 43.3°C (that's over 110°F), and the city of Redding hit a sizzling 48.3°C (119°F) 🌡️.
Phoenix also set a new record on Sunday—not for the highest high, but for the warmest low temperature. It didn't drop below 33.3°C (92°F) all night! Can you imagine trying to sleep in that heat? 🥵
This intense heat isn't just uncomfortable; it's dangerous. So, if you're in any of these hot zones, make sure to stay hydrated, find some shade, and check on your friends and family. Let's beat the heat together! 💪
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
