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Heat Wave Surges in Maricopa County | Mesa News
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Maricopa County’s heat wave is already claiming lives at an alarming rate—with 18 confirmed heat-related deaths this season, triple last year’s early tally. Officials warn this surge could reverse two years of progress, as unseasonably warm spring weather caught residents off guard. Preventable deaths are on the rise, and health teams are urging everyone to use 211 to find cooling centers and stay informed. With last year’s total of 430 deaths down from 608 in 2024, this year’s trend is a troubling setback—and officials are racing to stop the slide before summer’s worst hits.
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