Millions swelter in record-breaking US heatwave that is fanning wildfires | US News | Sky News

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An extreme heatwave in the US has seen record-breaking temperatures with warnings issued to around 130 million people and heightened concerns over wildfires. The National Weather Service is extending the excessive heat warning for much of the southwest, with temperatures expected to peak during the Sunday-Wednesday timeframe. Sweltering temperatures have also led to deaths, with confirmed heat-related fatalities and ongoing investigations.

Keywords: Heatwave, US, Extreme temperatures, Wildfires, National Weather Service

Source: Sky News

Update At: 7/8/2024

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