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Phoenix sets a new high-temperature record, with persistent heatwaves.
Phoenix, Arizona, has set a new record for consecutive days with temperatures of 110 degrees or more, marking 19 days in a row and surpassing a record set in 1974. The persistent heatwave, coupled with the late arrival of the usual monsoon season, is taking a toll on residents, particularly the homeless, and straining health services. People are finding innovative ways to stay cool while the city's health care providers struggle to address an increasing number of heat-related health crises. The relentless heat is a consequence of a high-pressure system that has lingered over the region, possibly intensified by climate change.
Source: NY Times
Phoenix scorches at 110 for 19th straight day, breaking big US city records in global heat wavehttps://t.co/UZBXlIr3Dm #HeatWave
— Josh Fitzpatrick ⚡️ (@JoshFitzWx) July 19, 2023
Today we sat down with Karolina Plecha, a truck driver living in Norway. She shares insights on life on the road, the future of electric vehicles, and what she does to prepare for unpredictable weather conditions.
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