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Western U.S. Sweats Under Historic Heat Dome | Charlotte News
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A deadly heat dome is blanketing the Western U.S., pushing temperatures into record-breaking territory—from 115°F in Las Vegas to 118°F in El Centro—with Montana’s deserts also scorching at 104°F. Nights won’t offer relief, staying in the 80s to 90s, making recovery nearly impossible. Officials urge everyone to stay indoors, hydrate, and avoid the sun. The extreme heat is fueling wildfire risks, with dry conditions and single-digit humidity creating tinderbox scenarios across Southern California. Scientists link this intensifying heat wave to climate change and a powerful El Niño, one of the strongest on record since 1950, which is amplifying global temperatures and reshaping weather patterns worldwide.
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