It’s so hot in the West that temperatures may even break April records soon

Over the next week, around 800 high temperature records are forecast to be neared, tied or broken at 165 locations in Western and Central states.

17 Mar, 11:00 — 18 Mar, 10:15

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This story matters because extreme heat poses significant health risks, strains infrastructure, and exacerbates drought conditions and wildfire potential. The early timing of such intense heat in the year highlights ongoing climate change trends and their increasing impact on daily life.

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A significant heat wave is impacting the Western and Central United States
Temperatures are expected to approach or break high temperature records

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Around 800 high temperature records are forecast to be neared, tied, or broken at 165 locations in Western and Central states over the next week.

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The heat wave is linked to climate change.

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wapoMostly Factual146d ago