# US West Heatwave Shatters Records with Extreme Temperatures ☀️

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/us-west-heatwave-shatters-records-with-extreme-temperatures/290827>\
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**Created:** [September 7, 2024, 3:14pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/us-west-heatwave-shatters-records-with-extreme-temperatures/290827 "2024-09-07T15:14:31Z")\
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**Post date:** [September 7, 2024, 3:14pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/us-west-heatwave-shatters-records-with-extreme-temperatures/290827/1 "2024-09-07T15:14:31Z")

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Summary:

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1. **Record-Breaking Heat**  
An intense heatwave has set new temperature records across the US West. Cities like Indio and Palm Springs in California reached 121°F (49.4°C), surpassing previous records, while Phoenix marked 100 consecutive days above 100°F.

2. **Widespread Alerts**  
Millions from Phoenix to Seattle are under heat alerts. Burbank tied its all-time high at 114°F, and Seattle broke its daily record with 89°F.

3. **Global Context**  
This summer is the hottest on record globally, with heatwaves becoming more frequent and severe due to the climate crisis.

**Read more at:** [The Guardian](https://theguardian.com)