Southwestern US Facing Record-Breaking Heatwave

Southwestern US Facing , Record-Breaking Heatwave.

The southwest United States has experienced record-breaking heat this week, with millions of people under extreme heat warnings.

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'The Guardian' reports that Arizona, New Mexico and parts of California have seen temperatures in excess of 100 degrees Fahrenheit for several days.

Phoenix is forecast to hit its 12th consecutive day of 110 degree temperatures.

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The National Weather Service has warned that the ongoing heatwave in Arizona's largest city could rival “some of the worst heatwaves this area has ever seen.”.

'The Guardian' reports that city officials have advised residents to stay cool and hydrated, and to check on both neighbors and loved ones.

Phoenix in the early 1900s would average about five days a year where they had 110 degrees or higher.

Now you count the last 10 years, it’s about 27 days a year.

That’s five times more, Dr Erinanne Saffell, Arizona state climatologist, via 'The Guardian'.

The National Weather Service has also warned that Las Vegas could hit between 110 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit this weekend.

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Parts of inland and southern California are expected to see temperatures peak between 100 and 113 degrees from July 15 through 17.

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On July 11, temperatures in parts of New Mexico were forecast to reach between 100 and 103.

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City officials in Albuquerque have warned that the city is facing some of the hottest temperatures on record and opened cooling centers for those who need refuge.