Heat Wave in Southwest U.S.

The first heat wave of the season is hitting the Southwest U.S. with triple-digit temperatures, reaching over 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Las Vegas and Phoenix. Excessive heat warnings have been issued, and fire crews are on high alert as the unseasonably hot weather poses risks.

Rising Heat-Related Deaths in Phoenix Due to Lack of Planning

Rising temperatures in Phoenix have led to a significant increase in heat-related deaths, especially among the homeless population. Lack of stable federal funding has left officials struggling to provide adequate cooling centers, resulting in hundreds of deaths each summer.

Heat-related deaths of howler monkeys and animals in Mexico

A heat dome in Mexico is causing heat-related deaths of howler monkeys and other animals, with over 157 howler monkeys found dead due to heat stroke. Wildlife experts attribute the deaths to a combination of high heat, drought, forest fires, and deforestation.

Heat Wave in Mexico

Record-high temperatures in ten cities in Mexico, including the capital, have led to blackouts and heat-related deaths. The heat wave is exacerbated by a severe nationwide drought.