Facing Unrelenting Heat: U.S. Cities Set Record Highs as Summer Death Toll Rises
Across the United States, a severe heatwave has sent temperatures soaring to record highs this summer, afflicting residents from coast to coast. From Santa Clara, California, to Portland, Oregon, cities have experienced unprecedented temperatures, leading to a concerning rise in heat-related fatalities. Health officials are currently attributing at least 37 deaths to the extreme temperatures this July, though this number is expected to climb as investigations continue. The Western part of the country has been …