The early summer heat wave in June 2024 led to record temperatures across the East Coast, with Hartford reaching 97 degrees and Boston at 98 degrees.
Extreme heat poses significant dangers including dehydration, heat stroke, and infrastructure damage, which includes warping railroad tracks and buckling pavement.
Climate change is exacerbating extreme weather patterns, making heat waves deadlier and increasing population exposure to oppressive heat.
The analysis of NOAA's data shows a marked increase in average daily temperatures from historical norms, underscoring the seriousness of the climate crisis.
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